This classic southern dish is loaded with creamy grits and flavorful shrimp. Quick, easy and much lighter than the traditional version. It will leave you licking your plate and longing for more!
If you are from the south, or have visited the south, more than likely you have seen shrimp and grits on a restaurant menu. It is one of those quintessential southern dishes, along with fried chicken, bbq, and okra. I love being from the south, but it is definitely hard to stay healthy at times.
Recently, we had family visit us in Pensacola and so my husband and I decided to take them out to a popular restaurant by the beach. One of the dishes order was a rich and creamy plate of shrimp and grits. This particular dish was decadent and mouthwatering. As soon as I saw it brought to the table, I knew I needed to create a version that I could enjoy and not feel guilty about.
My version of "Light Shrimp & Grits" removes the cheese and butter from the regular dish, but doesn't lack flavor thanks to the seasonings I've added.
What ingredients do I need for Light Shrimp & Grits?
- 4 cups of Water
- 1 cup Quick 5-minute Grits
- 1 lb Shrimp
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Season All
- 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
- Dash of Pepper
- ½ cup Fresh Parsley
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- Tabasco or your favorite hot sauce (to taste)
- Chopped Scallions (to taste)
How do I make Light Shrimp & Grits?
Step 1: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of Quick 5-minute Grits to water, reduce to low heat. Stir often.
Step 2: In large skillet, begin to heat olive oil and minced garlic.
Step 3: Add Shrimp, Old Bay, Season All, and a dash of Pepper. Saute until shrimp begins to have a pink color.
Step 4: Add fresh parsley and the juice of 1 lemon. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 5: Once grits are finished cooking, place a spoon full onto plate and top with seasoned shrimp. Top with fresh chopped scallions and Tabasco (if desired).
Is your mouth watering yet? I know mine is! This dish is robust with so much flavor and perfect for those looking for a healthier version of the classic southern comfort food.
Light Shrimp & Grits
Ingredients
- 4 cups of Water
- 1 cup Quick 5-minute Grits
- 1 lb Shrimp
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Season All
- 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
- Dash of Pepper
- ½ cup Fresh Parsley
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- Tabasco or your favorite hot sauce (to taste)
- Chopped Scallions (to taste)
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add 1 cup of Quick 5-minute Grits to water, reduce to low heat. Stir often.
- In large skillet, begin to heat olive oil and minced garlic.
- Add Shrimp, Old Bay, Season All, and a dash of Pepper. Saute until shrimp begins to have a pink color.
- Add fresh parsley and the juice of 1 lemon. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Once grits are finished cooking, place a spoon full onto plate and top with seasoned shrimp.
- Top with fresh chopped scallions and Tabasco (if desired).
D. Bailey says
A rich and spicy varieties of flavors. I love the garlic, Old Bay, scallions, and Tabasco, but the shrimp is still dominant. You're showing me that light doesn't mean tasteless. Thanks for another easy-quick-awesome dinner.
Cally Ross says
I'd never had grits but was willing to try them, especially topped with shrimp!
now i have a new favorite!
quick, easy and tasty- what's not to love....