YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pan-Seared Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Grits
Enjoy a vibrant spin on classic Southern comfort food with tender, pan-seared shrimp coated in smoky Cajun spices served atop a silky, creamy bed of grits. This dish marries the bold flavors of the sea with the rich, comforting texture of perfectly cooked grits, accented by a touch of lemon and garlic.
INGREDIENTS
5 ounces Shrimp, raw, peeled & deveined
1/2 cup dry Instant Enriched Grits
1/2 cup Low-Fat Milk
1 tsp Unsalted Butter
1 tsp Cajun Seasoning
1 clove Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season them with Cajun seasoning, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
Bring water to a simmer in a small saucepan for the grits. Stir in the dry grits and cook according to package instructions, usually for about 5 minutes until creamy.
When the grits are nearly done, stir in the low-fat milk and a teaspoon of butter for extra creaminess. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and sear for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn opaque and pink. Squeeze in the lemon juice during the last minute of cooking.
To serve, spoon a generous portion of creamy grits onto a plate and top with the Cajun shrimp. Garnish with a sprinkle of additional pepper if desired and enjoy immediately.