Description
Creamy, buttery grits topped with tender, garlicky shrimp make this Southern classic irresistible. Perfect for brunch or dinner, this shrimp and grits recipe is easy to make, full of flavor, and ideal for entertaining friends and family. Learn step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and serving ideas to elevate this comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water or chicken stock
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Bring water or stock to a boil. Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat, and cook until creamy. Stir in butter and cream.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, and optional cayenne until pink and opaque. Add garlic in the last 30 seconds.
- Plate grits, top with shrimp, drizzle pan juices, garnish with parsley or chives, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, substitute part of the water with chicken stock for the grits.
- Add crumbled bacon or toasted breadcrumbs for crunch.
- Adjust seasoning and spice according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 195mg