Ultimate Shrimp and Grits

Recipe courtesy Tyler Florence, 2007

Show: Tyler's UltimateEpisode: Ultimate Shrimp & Grits

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Cook Time:
30 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 30 min
Total:: 40 min

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Ingredients

For the grits:

3 cups milk
3 cups heavy cream
1 cup stone-ground white cornmeal
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

For the shrimp:

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium white onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound andouille or spicy Italian spicy sausage, cut in chunks
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock
2 to 3 bay leaves
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
Pinch cayenne pepper, adjust to personal preference
1/2 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 green onions, sliced

For the grits:

Directions

Place a 3-quart pot over medium-high heat. Add the milk and cream. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal. When the grits begin to bubble, turn the heat down to medium low and simmer, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon. Allow to cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and thick. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, thin it out with a little extra cream. Season with salt and pepper.

For the shrimp:

Place a deep skillet over medium heat and coat with the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic; saute for 2 minutes to soften. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until there is a fair amount of fat in the pan and the sausage is brown. Sprinkle in the flour and stir with a wooden spoon to create a roux. Slowly pour in the chicken stock and continue to stir to avoid lumps. Toss in the bay leaves. When the liquid comes to a simmer, add the shrimp. Poach the shrimp in the stock for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are firm and pink and the gravy is smooth and thick. Add the cayenne pepper, Tabasco and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper; stir in the parsley and green onion. Spoon the grits into a serving bowl. Add the shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.

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danielle monmouth junction , NJ 02-06-2010
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LOVED IT
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

A KEEPER GREAT TASTE
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Bolinas Portsmouth, NH 02-05-2010
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Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was so delicious! First time I ever made it, I served it to guests at my inn and they wanted more! I used spicy italian... sausage - All I can say is wonderful.! Thank you Tyler! Read more
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Jennifer chapel hill, NC 02-02-2010
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hmmm. so good! the ultimate comfort food!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was the first time I made shrimp n grits. My husband and I couldn't decide what was better- the shrimp or the sausage!... We decided both were very good with the grits. I must say, I used Quaker 5-minute grits instead of using Tyler's recipe ( i just wanted something quicker,easier.) Also, I like my grits with water, but my husband likes it with milk/cream. So it's a personal preference whether you use creamy grits or not. I followed instructions exactly for the shrimp...except did not add tobasco. I will definitely be adding this one to my recipe book- very easy, did not take long to prepare/cook, but turned out like a classy entree that could've been ordered in a restaurant! Just had leftovers for lunch- delish!Read more
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Trip Advance, NC 01-30-2010
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This is one to serve company!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Great flavor with the roux and actually pretty easy to make. I have made it several times for the family and they keep... requesting it. Thanks Tyler.Read more
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Jan Royersford, PA 01-26-2010
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Loved the recipe
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I'm a northern girl not really familiar with grits but I have to tell you this is an awesome recipe. Agree a bit too loose... to start but it firms up. And the cream just adds to the andouille flavor. Adding cheese would make it far too rich and unappealing. If anything cut the liquid - That's all. The guests loved it. Took the leftovers with them. What does that say?? Read more
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clint university park, TX 01-10-2010
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Shrimp & Grits
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Outstanding...Worth th trouble..My kids loved it aslo