NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz Large shrimp

0.25 cup Stone-ground grits

0.5 cup Low-fat milk

0.5 cup Water

1 tsp Ghee

1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil

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 the water and milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits and sea salt, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, whisking occasionally until creamy.

• 3

  Stir the ghee into the finished grits, cover, and set aside to keep warm.

• 4

  While the grits are simmering, toss the shrimp in a small bowl with the Cajun seasoning and black pepper until evenly coated.

• 5

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 6

  Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

• 7

  Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred.

• 8

  Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley, tossing everything together for 30 seconds.

• 9

  Portion the creamy grits into a shallow bowl and top with the Cajun shrimp and vegetable mixture.