Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

onion

minced

1 unit

green bell pepper

minced

2 cloves

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 lb

shrimp

shelled and deveined

2 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

2 cups

grits

hot cooked

2 tbsp

butter

but into bits,softened

Step 1
~3 min

Mince the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over moderately-low heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add the minced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.

Step 5
~3 min

Shell and devein the shrimp.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the shrimp to the pan.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook the mixture over moderately-high heat, stirring, for 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cayenne pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook grits according to package directions.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir butter into cooked grits until melted.

Step 11
~3 min

Spoon hot grits onto a platter.

Step 12
~3 min

Top with butter.

Step 13
~3 min

Arrange shrimp mixture around and over grits.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a splash of hot sauce.

Use chicken broth instead of water for cooking the grits.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Grits can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of collard greens.

Top with crispy bacon.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Collard Greens
Biscuits

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A staple of Southern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Brunch
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
brunch
casual entertaining

Popularity Score

75/100

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