The Recipe
Cajun-Style Shrimp and Grits
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By Oxmoor HouseFrom Myrecipes
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Ingredients
DESCRIPTION
At Castaways Raw Bar and Grill on Holden Beach in North Carolina, they serve up huge portions of spicy shrimp and grits. This version is inspired by theirs—zesty with green onions and tasso ham, with a generous dose of Cajun spice.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 ounces tasso ham, minced (1/2 cup)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 36 medium shrimp, peeled (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 1/4 cups water, divided
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup fat-free milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
DIRECTIONS
NUTRITION
| Calories | 346 | 17% | |
| Cholesterol | NaN | NaN% | |
| Carbohydrates | NaN | NaN% | |
| Fat | 0 | 0% | |
| Protein | NaN | NaN% |
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