Cajun Shrimp & Grits Recipe
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Ingredients: 1 lb. of large shrimp, peeled, deveined 1 lb. Andouille Sausage, sliced on the diagonal 1/2 inch 1 tbsp. creole seasoning or seasoning salt 1 tbsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. onion powder 2 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. smoked paprika 1/2 stick of butter 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 bell pepper, diced 1 small red onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Grits: 1 c. grits 1 c. water 1 c. milk 1 c. beef or chicken broth, low sodium + extra to thin grits as they cook 1 stick of butter 1 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 tsp. creole seasoning 1 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. onion powder
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Directions:Instructions for Grits:
In a large pot bring all liquids to boil, add butter and seasonings. Slowly stir in grits while whisking nonstop for about two minutes.
Reduce heat to low and cook grits, stirring occasionally for about 20 minutes. Add extra broth as needed to keep the grits thin. Add cheese and whisk well, add more broth if needed.
To Prepare the Shrimp: To prepare the shrimp, peel and devein shrimp, season with all the spices and set aside.
In a large sauté pan add butter and olive oil over medium high heat, add all the vegetables, except garlic and sauté for 5 minutes, add garlic and sauté 1 minute more.
Add andouille sausage and sauté about 10-15 minutes, until browned.
Add shrimp and cook about 3-4 minutes are until no longer pink.
Serve on top |
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Time:10 minutes |
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