Shrimp and Grits | Certified South Carolina
Lunch / Brunch Main Dish

Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits

Ingredients

  • 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 quart prepared cooked grits
  • 6 ounces favorite BBQ sauce
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 12 prepared fried green tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and sauté until just cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. In a separate skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Warm the BBQ sauce in a small saucepan.
  4. Spoon the BBQ sauce onto each plate, then top with the grits.
  5. Layer the sautéed spinach over the grits, followed by the fried green tomatoes and shrimp.
  6. Serve immediately.
Notes
  • Prepared fried green tomatoes work well, or use your favorite homemade recipe.

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