Shrimp & Grits
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Serves: 4
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small can of chipotles in adobo, chipotles chopped
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 3½ cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup old-fashioned grits (not instant)
- 3 eggs, beated
- 1½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp. scallions, chopped
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Heat large cast iron skillet.
- Melt butter over medium heat.
- Saute onion for 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and chipotles in adobo sauce and sauce another couple minutes.
- Add cream and water. Add spices.
- Bring to boil and slowly whisk in grits.
- Turn heat to slow and simmer for 15 minutes until grits are fully cooked stirring often.
- Remove from heat and stir in eggs, cheese and scallions.
- Add shrimp and gently press down. Top with fresh ground pepper.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
Recipe by Cuisine & Cocktails at https://www.cuisineandcocktails.com/shrimp-grits/
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