Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the South with this Louisiana Shrimp and Grits (New Orleans Recipe). This comforting dish features creamy, stone-ground grits paired with succulent shrimp and savory turkey turkey bacon, all enveloped in a rich, spiced gravy. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this recipe is an embodiment of Southern hospitality that will leave you craving more. With its easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, you’ll have a delightful meal on your table in no time. Elevate your dining experience by serving it alongside fresh salads or warm cornbread for a truly satisfying feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup stone ground grits
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan reggiano cheese
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices turkey turkey bacon (diced)
- ½ cup chopped white onions
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth (for shrimp mixture)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in salt and gradually add the grits while whisking continuously. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in butter, milk, white cheddar cheese, and Parmesan until creamy. Keep warm.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced turkey turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from pan.
- Sauté onions in the same skillet until translucent; add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add shrimp along with Old Bay Seasoning, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and half a cup of chicken broth. Cook until shrimp turn pink (about 3–5 minutes).
- Serve creamy grits topped with the shrimp mixture and crispy turkey turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 315g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 185mg