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Shrimp and grits recipe

Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:21 am
Posted by Tigertown in ATL
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Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:21 am
This is one of the most diverse dishes I have ever had. Different everywhere I've tried it.

I'm looking for some good recipes.
Posted by OTIS2
NoLA
Member since Jul 2008
51393 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:28 am to
Look at Tyler Florence's Ultimate Shrimp and Grits on Foodnetwork.com. I add a little herbs to it(thyme, oregano and basil) up the peppers and garlic, and use tasso and/or andouille for flavor. Good stuff.
Posted by HeadyMurphey
Los Santos
Member since Jan 2008
17242 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:29 am to
Best I have had is at the Olde Pink House in Savannah. I have yet to make it, but I plan to soon. They say that stone ground grits is the key, as they are much more creamy. THis is where they get their grits:

LINK

I have some in the freezer now, just haven't gotten around to it yet.

Below is the recipe:

The Olde Pink House Sauteed Shrimp With Country Ham and Grits Cake
4 ounces heavy cream
2 ounces cured ham
8 jumbo shrimp
1 ounce clarified butter
12 ounces The Olde Pink House Grits
6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
For grits cakes: Prepare grits according to package directions. Stir in shredded Cheddar cheese until cheese is melted. Pour into a cookie sheet pan that allows for grits to spread to about 1-inch thickness. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes. Cut into 1-by-1-inch squares. Flour grits squares. Fry two squares in 1 inch of vegetable oil for 2 to 3 minutes, until each side is deep brown.
For shrimp sauce: In clean saute pan, add 1 ounce butter. Saute ham in butter for 2 minutes, until it begins to become crispy. Add shrimp to pan; saute until pink, about 3 minutes. Add cream. Reduce over high heat until thick and creamy, about 4 minutes. Pour half of each sauce over grits cake.


Posted by Neauxla
New Orleans
Member since Feb 2008
33600 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:29 am to
Grits A Ya Ya from Fish House in Pensacola. Google it.
This post was edited on 10/24/13 at 7:30 am
Posted by OTIS2
NoLA
Member since Jul 2008
51393 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:39 am to
Here You Are, T n A be sure and do the mods I suggested. This dish is packed with flavor, unlike many recipes you'll see.
Posted by Tigertown in ATL
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Member since Sep 2009
30110 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:45 am to
Living in Savannah has gotten me addicted to this dish.

Thanks for the help.
Posted by HeadyMurphey
Los Santos
Member since Jan 2008
17242 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:46 am to
quote:

Living in Savannah


If you haven't been to the Olde Pink House, it is worth the visit
Posted by Hat Tricks
Member since Oct 2003
28772 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:47 am to
Just don't use cream or Mike Da Tigah will get pissed!

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Posted by Tigertown in ATL
Georgia foothills
Member since Sep 2009
30110 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:53 am to
quote:

Olde Pink House


Have not been yet. Thanks!

I only live there half time, so there are a lot of places to try.

So far I've been to:

Outback
Ruth's Chris
Panera
Chipotle
Carabba's
Posted by Tigertown in ATL
Georgia foothills
Member since Sep 2009
30110 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:56 am to
quote:

cream


Will definitely use it in the grits!
Posted by CITWTT
baton rouge
Member since Sep 2005
31765 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:18 am to
I would think that cream in the dish would lead to a realm of richness to the product. Just insert it as a component of the liquid volume for the grits.
Posted by Neauxla
New Orleans
Member since Feb 2008
33600 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:46 am to
quote:

I only live there half time, so there are a lot of places to try.

So far I've been to:

Outback
Ruth's Chris
Panera
Chipotle
Carabba's
Nice troll attempt

ETA: I definitely use cream in my shrimp and grits. In both the grits and the shrimp sauce.
This post was edited on 10/24/13 at 8:47 am
Posted by OTIS2
NoLA
Member since Jul 2008
51393 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:48 am to
Why accuse him of trolling...????

































Posted by MeridianDog
Home on the range
Member since Nov 2010
14538 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 9:39 am to
Here

My way

Posted by JimMorrison
The Peninsula
Member since May 2012
20747 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 10:33 am to
quote:

Shrimp and grits


I'm pretty spoiled living in the Low Country but I wouldn't have it any other way
Posted by dnm3305
Member since Feb 2009
14644 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 10:38 am to
Meridian Dog's is delicious. I used his recipe awhile back and tweaked a few things, but overall it's a fantastic dish.
This post was edited on 10/24/13 at 10:39 am
Posted by fillmoregandt
OTM
Member since Nov 2009
14368 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 10:40 am to
My favorite:

FOR THE GRITS:
1 cup quick grits
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese (white)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
Original TABASCO® brand Pepper Sauce to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
FOR THE SHRIMP:
2 cups chopped smoked bacon
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds (20- to 30-count) shrimp, peeled
Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 cups sliced white mushrooms
3 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups sliced scallions

Cook grits according to package instructions; as they are finishing, whisk in butter, cheeses, cayenne, paprika and TABASCO® Pepper Sauce to taste.

TO PREPARE SHRIMP:
Cook bacon until it begins to brown; remove from heat and drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon and set aside. Strain drippings and set aside.

Heat a large skillet until very hot; add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings. As oil begins to smoke, toss in shrimp to cover bottom of pan. Before stirring, season with salt and pepper. Stir until shrimp begin to turn pink; let pan return to original hot temperature.

Stir in minced garlic and bacon bits, being careful not to burn garlic. Toss in mushrooms and coat with oil briefly. Add lemon juice and wine, and stir for 30 seconds or so until everything is well coated and incorporated.

WHEN READY TO SERVE:
Stir in sliced scallions and cook about 20 seconds. Serve immediately over the aforementioned, patiently waiting cheese grits. Enjoy, burp, and reminisce about those fine meals at City Grocery.

Makes 3 to 4 servings.

Recipe courtesy of Chef John Currence, City Grocery, Oxford, MS.
Posted by The Egg
Houston, TX
Member since Dec 2004
81747 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 10:41 am to
per Mike da Tigah, you gotta load it up with heavy cream.
Posted by Tigertown in ATL
Georgia foothills
Member since Sep 2009
30110 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 11:24 am to
quote:

OTIS2


Posted by OTIS2
NoLA
Member since Jul 2008
51393 posts
Posted on 10/24/13 at 11:27 am to
You mean you didn't eat at those fine joints?...
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