How To Make Shrimp & Grits | A Southern Favorite Dish

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.

Add 4 cups of water into a large pot and add a little salt.

Bring the water to a boil.

Stir in 1 cup of grits slowly into the boiling water.

Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Ensure the grits are smooth and creamy, without any grit balls.

Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the grits and mix until melted and combined.

Remove the grits from heat once they reach the desired consistency.

In a sauté pan, heat clarified butter over medium-high heat.

Add chopped green bell peppers, red bell peppers, and yellow onions to the pan and sauté until the onions are translucent.

Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan.

Season the shrimp with kosher salt and black pepper.

Allow the shrimp to cook until the water from the peppers and shrimp reduces and the shrimp are cooked through, being careful not to overcook them.

Plate the creamy grits in a bowl and top with the shrimp and sautéed peppers.

Garnish with green onion curls and drizzle the remaining clarified butter over the dish.

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