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Shrimp and Grits Recipe

A classic Southern dish that's comforting and delicious.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add grits, reduce heat, and cook until thickened.
  2. Stir in cheese and butter into the grits. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add shrimp and paprika, cook until shrimp is pink.
  4. Serve shrimp over grits. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Grits, Shrimp
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