Shrimp and Grits | Classic Southern Comfort Food Recipe

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

grits

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa is a nutritious grain alternative, while polenta is typically more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice, while margarine can be a budget-friendly substitute.

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onion, celery, sausage, thyme, and paprika; cook until vegetables are almost soft.

Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add another tablespoon of butter; once melted, add flour and adobo to make a roux.

Slowly add the stock until incorporated; cook until it reduces by half.

Add cream, stirring until incorporated; cook until sauce thickens, then remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.

In a large saucepan or skillet over medium heat, add oil; when hot, add shrimp and cook until pink and curled.

Add shrimp to the cream mixture; stir and cook for another 5 minutes until shrimp is fully cooked.

In a small stock pot, bring cream to a boil; add stock and bring to a boil again.

Add butter and adobo; stir until melted, then add grits.

Adjust heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Plate the dish with about 1/4 cup of grits, layer shrimp and cream mixture on top, and garnish with green onions or parsley.

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