NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz large shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth

0.5 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 clove garlic

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth and sea salt to a boil.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until creamy and tender.

• 3

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

• 4

  Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, sautéing until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

• 5

  Stir in the minced garlic and cajun seasoning, cooking for another 60 seconds.

• 6

  Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.

• 7

  Stir in the lemon juice and black pepper, then remove from heat.

• 8

  Spoon the creamy grits into a bowl and top with the sautéed shrimp and vegetable mixture.

• 9

  Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.