Description
Discover the perfect recipe for classic Shrimp and Grits! Learn how to make this Southern favorite with our step-by-step guide. Get ready to indulge!
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups water (1065 ml)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
- 1 cup stone-ground white grits (160 g)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded (57 g)
- 4 thick slices beef bacon
- 1 cup chopped white or yellow onion (150 g)
- 1 cup chopped green pepper (150 g)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 to 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined (450-680 g)
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef stock
- 3 green onions, chopped (white and light green parts only) (60 g)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon, about 1-2 tablespoons (23 ml)
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the beef bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it turns crispy. Take out the bacon, chop it into pieces, and remove all but approximately 3 tablespoons of the fat from the pan. Turn off the heat.
- In a medium pot, bring the water to a rolling boil and add the salt. Gradually sprinkle the stone-ground white grits into the boiling water, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps. Once all the grits are added, reduce the heat to low and let them simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 35 minutes.
- Set aside one-third of the shrimp whole and chop the remaining shrimp into small pieces.
- With about 5 minutes left on the grits, reheat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and green pepper to the hot bacon fat and sauté until they become soft, about 4 minutes. Mix in the bacon, minced garlic, and shrimp, and stir everything together. Allow this mixture to cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the beef stock and let it simmer until it reduces, which should take about 5 minutes.
- While the stock is reducing, incorporate the shredded white cheddar cheese into the grits. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
- For serving, ladle the grits into individual dishes. Combine the shrimp mixture with chopped green onions, parsley, and fresh lemon juice to your liking. Adjust the seasoning if needed. Place some shrimp over the grits, ensuring each person gets at least one whole shrimp. Serve immediately. Did you find the dish delightful? We’d love to hear your thoughts and reviews!
