How to Make Spicy Shrimp and Grits - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a comforting, hearty meal to warm you up on a chilly evening. And when it comes to satisfying comfort food, few dishes can rival the classic Southern staple of Spicy Shrimp and Grits. This iconic dish combines tender, succulent shrimp with creamy, buttery grits, and a spicy, flavorful sauce that will have your taste buds tingling with delight.

Originating in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, Spicy Shrimp and Grits has become a beloved dish across the souther...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined small shrimp
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ¾ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x12 inch baking dish.
  • Bring chicken broth and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Stir in the grits, return to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Meanwhile, melt the margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the green onions, green pepper, and garlic; cook until the peppers have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp, and cook until they begin to firm.
  • Stir the Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shrimp and vegetable mixture, canned tomatoes, and black pepper into the grits; pour into prepared baking dish and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    281 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 750mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 279mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 283mg