Creole Shrimp & Grits
This Creole Shrimp and Grits recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender shrimp cooked in a rich, seasoned sauce served over creamy, smooth grits. The shrimp is cooked to perfection in a sauce infused with aromatic vegetables and spices, creating a dish that is both hearty and delicious. Enjoy this classic Southern favorite with a touch of Creole flair for a satisfying meal that will have your taste buds singing!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- :
- 2 pounds unpeeled, medium-size raw shrimp (26/30 count)
- 4 cups water
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ teaspoons Creole seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 bay leaf
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- 2½ cups milk
- 2½ cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups uncooked quick-cooking grits
Instructions
- Peel shrimp, reserving shells; devein shrimp, if desired. Bring shells and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low, and cook 20 minutes. Pour shrimp broth through a colander over a large bowl, pressing shells with back of a spoon; discard shells.
- Heat butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly until flour is caramel colored (about 8 to 10 minutes). Add onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic, and cook, stirring often, 5 to 7 minutes or until tender. Stir in Creole seasoning, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Add the tomato paste and stir until it is evenly coating all of the vegetables. Slowly add 2 cups shrimp broth, stirring constantly to create a thick sauce. Add the bay leaf, reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes. Add the shrimp, and cook 10 minutes, stirring in ¼ to ½ cup remaining shrimp broth to reach desired consistency.
- Meanwhile, bring milk, water, and salt to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Gradually stir in grits. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes or until thickened. Serve Creole Shrimp over grits. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired.
Cook Time
1H45M
Prep Time
PT20M
Yield
6 to 8 servings
Nutrition
- Calories: 472 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 48 g
- Protein Content: 39 g
- Fat Content: 13 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
- Cholesterol Content: 411 mg
- Sodium Content: 1853 mg
- Fiber Content: 3 g
- Sugar Content: 10 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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