Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Grits is a mouthwatering Southern classic that marries succulent shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter with creamy, dreamy grits. This dish is perfect for cozy brunches or impressive dinners, offering a blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal at home effortlessly. Get ready to indulge in a comforting culinary experience that elevates any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup stone-ground corn grits
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in corn grits, reduce heat to low, and cook according to package instructions until creamy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter until foamy. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 3 minutes per side).
- Once cooked, add remaining butter to the shrimp mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve grits in bowls or plates topped with shrimp and drizzle extra buttery sauce over them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg