NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz Large shrimp

0.25 cup Stone-ground yellow grits

1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth

1 tbsp Ghee

0.5 cup Red bell pepper

0.25 cup Yellow onion

1 clove Garlic

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tbsp Fresh parsley

1 tbsp Green onion

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring the low-sodium chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the stone-ground yellow grits and a pinch of sea salt, then reduce heat to low and cover.

• 3

  Simmer the grits for 20 minutes, whisking occasionally, until the texture is velvety and thick.

• 4

  While the grits cook, heat the ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 5

  Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.

• 6

  In a small bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

• 7

  Add the seasoned shrimp and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

• 8

  Stir half of the fresh parsley into the finished grits to brighten the flavor.

• 9

  Divide the creamy grits into serving bowls and top with the sautéed shrimp and vegetable mixture.

• 10

  Garnish with the remaining fresh parsley and sliced green onions before serving warm.