Description
These Shrimp and Grits Bites are a delightful Southern twist on a classic dish, perfect for serving as a party appetizer. Creamy cheddar grits form the base for succulent shrimp, seasoned with a hint of smokiness and spice.
Ingredients
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Grits Base:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Shrimp:
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin pan.
- Prepare the grits base: In a saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil. Whisk in the grits and salt. Cook until thickened, then stir in cheese and butter.
- Bake the grits: Spoon the grits mixture into muffin cups, bake until set and golden.
- Cook the shrimp: Season shrimp, sauté in olive oil until cooked.
- Assemble: Top each grits bite with a shrimp, garnish with green onions, and serve.
Notes
- You can make the grits base ahead of time and store it in the fridge before baking.
- For added flavor, drizzle with hot sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
