Grilled Shrimp and Grits 😍
**For the Grits:**
– 4 cups water
– 1 cup stone-ground grits
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
**For the Grilled Shrimp:**
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Salt to taste
– Chopped green onions for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. **Make the Grits:**
– In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grits have thickened, about 20 to 25 minutes.
– Once the grits are thick and creamy, stir in the heavy cream and butter until well combined. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm while you grill the shrimp.
2. **Prepare the Shrimp:**
– Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
– In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, and lemon juice until they are well coated. Let the shrimp marinate for about 10 minutes.
– Thread the shrimp onto skewers if desired.
– Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are pink and slightly charred.
– Season with salt to taste after grilling.
3. **Assemble the Dish:**
– Spoon the creamy grits into bowls.
– Top with the grilled shrimp.
– Garnish with chopped green onions.
– Serve hot with additional lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Enjoy your homemade grilled shrimp and grits! The combination of spicy shrimp with rich, cheesy grits is sure to be a hit.
