Savory Barbecue Shrimp and Grits Recipe
This dish features succulent shrimp cooked in a savory barbecue sauce served over creamy grits. It's a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup quick-cooking grits
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 green onions thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt olive oil and butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, season with smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a separate saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil and whisk in grits, then reduce heat to low.
- Cook grits according to package instructions, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once thickened, stir in cheddar cheese and heavy cream until well combined.
- Spoon grits onto plates, top with barbecue shrimp and sauce.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
- Serve in shallow bowls with a lemon wedge on the side.
Notes
Serve with a lemon wedge for added flavor.