If you are a fan of Southern cuisine, then you may have heard of the iconic dish, which is Shrimp and Grits. This dish is considered to be a beloved comfort food and is basically a staple in the American South, including areas like Charleston, South Carolina, New Orleans, and Louisiana since they are on the coast and shrimp are fresh and plentiful.
Ingredients
1cCornmeal
2cWater and Chicken Stock
2tbspButter
¾cCheddar
¼cParmesan
1lbShrimp
4Strips of Bacon
2Shallots
1/3cSun Dried Tomatoes – Sliced
2Garlic Cloves
½cChicken Stock
1tbspLemon
¼cGreen Onion - Diced
Instructions
In a medium pot bring water, chicken stock, and salt to a boil. Add in cornmeal and lower heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until cooked.
Take off heat and stir in cheese.
While the grits is simmering prepare a skillet over medium heat.
Cook diced bacon until crispy and set aside.
Add in shallots, tomatoes and cook until tender.
Add in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add chicken stock and lemon and bring to a simmer.
Add shrimp and cook until pink and tender.
Place grits on plate with shrimp, bacon, and green onion on top.