Southern Shrimp and Hominy

Discover the authentic taste of the South with our traditional Southern Shrimp and Hominy recipe. Perfectly seasoned shrimp combined with creamy hominy, a classic comfort food that takes you back to its Creole roots.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 cups water

1 cup hominy grits

4 oz cheddar cheese, grated

4 tbsp unsalted butter

1/4 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup bell peppers, diced

1/2 cup onions, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp salt.

2. Slowly stir in the hominy grits, reducing heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

3. Stir in 2 tbsp butter, grated cheddar cheese, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.

4. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, cooking until soft, about 5 minutes.

5. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

6. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with black pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes on each side.

7. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley, mixing well.

8. Serve shrimp mixture over a bed of creamy hominy grits.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.