NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

1 tbsp ghee

0.5 cup green bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

0.25 cup celery

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring water and sea salt to a boil over medium-high heat.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits, then reduce heat to low and cover the pan.

• 3

  Simmer the grits for 15-20 minutes, whisking occasionally, until they reach a thick and creamy consistency.

• 4

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

• 5

  Add the diced green bell pepper, yellow onion, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until tender.

• 6

  Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and black pepper in a small bowl until evenly coated.

• 7

  Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

• 8

  Stir in the lemon juice and remove the skillet from the heat.

• 9

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

• 10

  Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.