NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

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 wedge lemon

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  Whisk in the grits, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the mixture is creamy and the grits are tender.

• 3

  While the grits are cooking, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and toss them in a small bowl with the Cajun seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 4

  Heat the ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.

• 5

  Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

• 6

  Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 60 seconds until fragrant.

• 7

  Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred.

• 8

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

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving immediately.