Name: Cajun shrimp and grits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/3 cup yellow corn grits; 1 3/4 cups water; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 1/2 tsp butter; 9 oz large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined; 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 tsp lemon juice

Nutrition

Per serving

454 calories

Protein: 44g; 39% of calories
Carbs: 40g; 36% of calories
Fat: 13g; 25% of calories

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Instructions

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min

Bring the water and salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Whisk in the grits, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until tender and creamy, about 15 to 20 minutes, whisking every few minutes to prevent sticking. If the grits become too thick before they are tender, whisk in a splash of hot water.
While the grits cook, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning until thoroughly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook without moving for 90 seconds, then flip and cook for another minute until they are pink, opaque, and curled into a loose C shape. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Done when shrimp are opaque and reach 145°F.
Remove the grits from the heat and whisk in the butter until melted. Pour the creamy grits into a shallow bowl. Arrange the sautéed shrimp on top and garnish with the sliced scallions.

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