Buffalo Shrimp With Sweet Potato Grits Recipes

BUFFALO BUTTERFLIED SHRIMP AND GRITS

Steps:

• Cook the shrimp according to the package instructions.
• Meanwhile, bring 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the grits, lower the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mozzarella, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper. Cover and keep warm over low heat.
• Combine the butter and hot sauce in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot, about 1 minute. Whisk to combine.
• Divide the grits among 4 bowls and top with the shrimp. Drizzle with the warm spicy butter and top with the celery and blue cheese.

SHRIMP AND GRITS

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring water, half-and-half, 2 teaspoons butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix ketchup, honey, lemon juice and pepper sauce. In a large skillet, heat remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Stir in ketchup mixture., Stir cheese into grits. Serve shrimp mixture with grits.

ULTIMATE SHRIMP AND GRITS

Steps:

• For the grits:
• 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.

OVEN BARBECUE SHRIMP & SWEET POTATO GRITS

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with butter, chili sauce, Worcestershire, lemon juice, Sriracha, Creole Seasoning, and garlic and pour into lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Toss to coat. Spread the shrimp in single layer. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring and turning shrimp after 8 minutes.
• In the meantime, cook grits according to package directions. Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, butter, salt, and pepper; cook over medium-low heat until heated through. Stir in gouda and thyme.
• Spoon grits onto serving platter. Top with shrimp and sauce. Garnish with thyme sprigs and crumbled bacon.