Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of tender shrimp in a spicy sauce, served over creamy, buttery grits—ideal for quick weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup yellow corn grits (quick-cooking)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil.
- Whisk in yellow corn grits and reduce heat to low.
- Cook according to package instructions until creamy (about 5 minutes).
- Pat dry shrimp with paper towels.
- Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning in a bowl until evenly coated.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add chopped red bell pepper and minced garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink (about 3 minutes per side).
- Pour in remaining chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Once grits are cooked, mix them into the skillet with shrimp and vegetables.
- Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Transfer mixture into bowls or plates and top with sliced green onions for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 230mg
Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options. Add more vegetables like zucchini or asparagus for extra nutrition. Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.