Cajun Shrimp and Grits

Cajun Shrimp and Grits is a classic dish of the South. Cheesy, buttery, and savory grits with Cajun-spiced Gulf Shrimp make a delicious meal for any night of the week. Furthermore, this savory dish is a delicious meal to serve on Fridays during the Lenten Season.

Allergen Friendly

Cajun Shrimp and Grits are made with allergy-friendly ingredients such as Bone Broth and Oat or Coconut Milk. Furthermore, the butter and cheese in this recipe can easily be substituted for vegan or dairy-free products making this truly a dairy-free meal.

Chicken Bone Broth, according to WebMD, helps fuel your body’s hydration, and it contains the amino acid glycine which promotes relaxation and deeper restorative sleep. Furthermore, Bone Broth supports your body’s ability to build and restore bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. In conclusion, Bone Broth is a flavorful and nutrient-packed broth that is a delicious and nutritious addition to this grits recipe.

In addition to Bone Broth, Oat or Coconut Milk is used in lieu of dairy milk. If you’re trying to decide between the two types of dairy-free milk, here’s a quick breakdown of the difference. Oat Milk is creamy and thick, similar to Whole Milk, and has an oat flavor (hence the name). Furthermore, Oat Milk will give the grits a slight oat-like taste, but will also keep the creamy consistency.

On the other hand, Coconut Milk has a thinner consistency but will keep the grits creamy. Coconut Milk will give the grits a bit of a sweeter note which may present you with the opportunity to add more savory seasonings to balance out that sweetness.

Finally, if you are working off a true, dairy-free eating plan, you can easily substitute butter and dairy cheese for non-dairy cheese or vegan butter products. In conclusion, this recipe is delicious, savory, and sweet, and will fit the dietary needs of your family and friends (however you need). Dive into this delicious, New Orleans classic seafood dish, and enjoy!

Cajun Shrimp and Grits Ingredients

For the Cheesy Grits

• Chicken Bone Broth
• Oat or Coconut Milk
• Water
• Old-Fashioned Grits
• Unsalted Butter (or Vegan Butter)
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
• Parmesan Cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
• Cajun Seasoning

For the Shrimp

• Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined
• Scallions, Thinly Sliced
• Cajun Seasoning
• Olive Oil

Marinating the Shrimp

1. First, in a medium-sized glass mixing bowl, combine the Cajun Seasoning and Olive Oil.
2. Next, add the shrimp. Stir the shrimp into the Cajun Seasoning to ensure the shrimp are fully coated.
3. Then, cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
4. Finally, place the shrimp into the refrigerator and allow them to marinate for at least 2 hours.

Making the Grits

1. First, in an All-Clad pot, bring the Chicken Bone Broth, water, and salt to a boil.
2. Next, add 1 tbsp. of butter.
3. Then, slowly stir in the grits and stir continuously until the grits are well mixed.
4. Next, bring the pot to a boil.
5. Then, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover it with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir after the first 5 minutes to prevent the grits from sticking; stir occasionally during the 15-20 minute cook time. If needed, add more broth or stock to the grits as they cook.
6. Next, add the Oat Milk.
7. Then, stir in the butter, cheddar, parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning.
8. Finally, remove the grits from the heat and keep warm.

Add the Broth, Water, and Salt and Bring to a Boil

Add 1 tbsp. of Butter and the Grits

Add the Oat Milk

Add More Butter and Cheese

Add the Cajun Seasoning

Cooking the Shrimp

1. First, heat a Nonstick All-Clad saute pan over medium heat.
2. Next, add the marinated shrimp.
3. Finally, cook the shrimp until they’re opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side).

Add the Marinated Shrimp to a Saute Pan Over Medium Heat

Opaque Shrimp

Putting It All Together

1. First, using a spoon, spoon about 1/2 cup of the cheesy grits into a bowl.
2. Next, place 6-8 shrimp on top of the grits.
3. Then, drizzle the deglazed pan juices over the top of the Shrimp and Grits.
4. Finally, sprinkle the Cajun Shrimp and Grits with thinly sliced scallions and serve hot. Enjoy!

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Cajun Shrimp and Grits

Yield: 4 Servings

Prep Time: 2 hours

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Cajun Shrimp and Grits is a classic dish of the South. Cheesy, buttery, and savory grits with Cajun-spiced Gulf Shrimp make a delicious meal for any night of the week. Furthermore, this savory dish is a delicious meal to serve on Fridays during the Lenten Season.

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Ingredients

For the Grits

• 2 1/2 c. Chicken Bone Broth (Kettle and Fire is my favorite brand)
• 1 1/4 c. Oat or Coconut Milk
• 1/4 c. Water
• 1 c. Old Fashioned Grits
• 2 tbsp. Unsalted Butter (or Vegan Butter)
• 1 1/2 c. Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
• 1/4 c. Parmesan Cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
• 1 tbsp. Cajun Seasoning

For the Shrimp

• 24 Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined
• 3 tbsp. Scallions, Thinly Sliced
• 2 tbsp. Cajun Seasoning
• 1 tbsp. Olive Oil

Instructions

Marinating the Shrimp

1. First, in a medium-sized glass mixing bowl, combine the Cajun Seasoning and Olive Oil.
2. Next, add the shrimp. Stir the shrimp into the Cajun Seasoning to ensure the shrimp are fully coated.
3. Then, cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
4. Finally, place the shrimp into the refrigerator and allow them to marinate for at least 2 hours.

Cooking the Grits

1. First, in an All-Clad pot, bring the Chicken Bone Broth, water, and salt to a boil.
2. Next, add 1 tbsp. of butter.
3. Then, slowly stir in the grits and stir continuously until the grits are well mixed.
4. Next, bring the pot to a boil.
5. Then, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover it with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir after the first 5 minutes to prevent the grits from sticking; stir occasionally during the 15-20 minute cook time. If needed, add more broth or stock to the grits as they cook.
6. Next, add the Oat Milk.
7. Then, stir in the butter, cheddar, parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning.
8. Finally, remove the grits from the heat and keep warm.

Cooking the Shrimp

1. First, heat a Nonstick All-Clad saute pan over medium heat.
2. Next, add the marinated shrimp.
3. Finally, cook the shrimp until they're opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side).

Serving the Cajun Shrimp and Grits Together

1. First, using a spoon, spoon about 1/2 cup of the cheesy grits into a bowl.
2. Next, place 6-8 shrimp on top of the grits.
3. Then, drizzle the deglazed pan juices over the top of the Shrimp and Grits.
4. Finally, sprinkle the Cajun Shrimp and Grits with thinly sliced scallions and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 725Total Fat: 40gSaturated Fat: 24gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 3429mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 4gSugar: 6gProtein: 30g