Description
Cajun Shrimp and Grits with Andouille Sausage is a vibrant Southern dish that brings the flavors of Louisiana straight to your table. With succulent shrimp coated in spicy seasoning, paired with creamy stone-ground grits, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Delight in every bite as the rich aromas fill your kitchen, creating a memorable experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 ounces Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Slice the Andouille sausage thinly.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté the sausage until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits, reduce heat, and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in butter until melted, then serve shrimp mixture over grits, garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg