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Cajun Shrimp And Grits With Andouille Sausage

This hearty dish combines spicy Cajun shrimp and savory Andouille sausage served over creamy grits, making it a flavorful Southern classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Grits
  • 1 cup grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Shrimp and Sausage
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces Andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Grits
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt.
  2. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until grits are thickened, about 20 minutes.
  3. Stir in butter and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Keep warm.
Cook the Shrimp and Sausage
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Serve
  1. Spoon the creamy grits onto plates or bowls.
  2. Top with the Cajun shrimp and sausage mixture.
  3. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of hot sauce to the shrimp mixture before serving. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

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