Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of the Caribbean with this delicious recipe for Jerk Shrimp & Cheesy Grits. Spicy jerk-seasoned shrimp served atop creamy, cheesy grits make for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
For the cheesy grits:
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water (or chicken broth for extra flavor)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional garnishes:
- sliced green onions
- chopped parsley
- extra lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesy grits: In a medium saucepan, bring water or broth to a boil. Stir in grits and cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes until thick and creamy. Stir in butter, cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp: Toss shrimp with jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Assemble: Spoon cheesy grits into bowls, top with jerk shrimp, and garnish with green onions or parsley. Serve with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level of the jerk seasoning to taste.
- Add cream or milk to the grits for extra richness.
- For more flavor, marinate the shrimp in jerk seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
