Description
Experience the comforting taste of Old Charleston-Style Shrimp and Grits, a creamy and flavorful Southern dish that’s easy to make for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Grits: In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the grits and reduce heat to low, cooking until creamy—about 20 to 25 minutes. Stir occasionally and add salt to taste.
- Cook the Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant—about 1 minute. Stir in the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3–5 minutes.
- Create the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and butter to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Once the grits are ready and creamy, spoon them into a bowl. Top with the shrimp and cream sauce, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or green onions.
- Enjoy!: Dig in and relish the flavors that bring a taste of Southern comfort right to your table!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove, adding cream or broth if needed.
- Freeze the shrimp and sauce but keep the grits separate as they don’t freeze well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A
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