Smoky Shrimp and Grits

(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 4 people

Categories: Fish- Seafood

Ingredients

  • 1 cup grits
  • 2 oz. Spanish chorizo, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 1 lb. plum tomatoes chopped
  • Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for serving

Directions

  1. Cook the grits according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, for 4 minutes; stir in the garlic.
  3. Season the shrimp with 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until opaque throughout, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the tomatoes and toss to combine. Spoon the shrimp and tomato mixture over the grits and sprinkle with the parsley, if desired.

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