{"id":411150,"date":"2024-01-30T21:02:13","date_gmt":"2024-01-30T21:02:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/shrimp-and-grits-2\/"},"modified":"2024-12-04T18:10:10","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T18:10:10","slug":"shrimp-and-grits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/shrimp-and-grits\/","title":{"rendered":"Shrimp and Grits"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_930425-e3\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;font-family:Georgia, serif;letter-spacing:0.3px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_930425-e3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_930425-e3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div id=\"front-3668566890\" class=\"front-post-content-01 front-entity-placement\"><script async=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/securepubads.g.doubleclick.net\/tag\/js\/gpt.js\"><\/script>\n<script> var googletag = googletag || {}; googletag.cmd = googletag.cmd || [];<\/script>\n<div id=\"gpt-ad-4160523273794-0\">\n  <script>\n\tgoogletag.cmd.push(function() {\n\t\t\t\tgoogletag.defineSlot( '\/23184738653\/FPA_Demo_ContentPages_300x250_300x250', [300,250], 'gpt-ad-4160523273794-0' )\n\t\t.addService(googletag.pubads());\n\t\t\t\twindow.advadsGamEmptySlotsTimers = window.advadsGamEmptySlotsTimers || {};\n\t\tconst timers                     = window.advadsGamEmptySlotsTimers;\n\n\t\ttimers['gpt-ad-4160523273794-0'] = setTimeout( function () {\n\t\t\tconst id = 'gpt-ad-4160523273794-0';\n\t\t\tdocument.dispatchEvent( new CustomEvent( 'aagam_empty_slot', {detail: id} ) );\n\t\t\tdelete ( timers[id] );\n\t\t}, 1000 );\n\n\t\tif ( typeof window.advadsGamHasEmptySlotListener === 'undefined' ) {\n\t\t\tgoogletag.pubads().addEventListener( 'slotRequested', function ( ev ) {\n\t\t\t\tconst id = ev.slot.getSlotElementId();\n\t\t\t\tif ( typeof timers[id] === 'undefined' ) {\n\t\t\t\t\treturn;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\tclearTimeout( timers[id] );\n\t\t\t\ttimers[id] = setTimeout( function () {\n\t\t\t\t\tdocument.dispatchEvent( new CustomEvent( 'aagam_empty_slot', {detail: id} ) );\n\t\t\t\t\tdelete ( timers[id] );\n\t\t\t\t}, 2500 );\n\t\t\t} );\n\t\t\tgoogletag.pubads().addEventListener( 'slotResponseReceived', function ( ev ) {\n\t\t\t\tconst id = ev.slot.getSlotElementId();\n\t\t\t\tif ( typeof timers[id] !== 'undefined' ) {\n\t\t\t\t\tclearTimeout( timers[id] );\n\t\t\t\t\tdelete ( timers[id] );\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\tif ( ! ev.slot.getResponseInformation() ) {\n\t\t\t\t\tdocument.dispatchEvent( new CustomEvent( 'aagam_empty_slot', {detail: id} ) );\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t} );\n\t\t\twindow.advadsGamHasEmptySlotListener = true;\n\t\t}\n\n\t\tgoogletag.enableServices();\n\t\tgoogletag.display( 'gpt-ad-4160523273794-0' );\n\t} );\n  <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_930425-e3 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-4-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_930425-e3\">Serve Shrimp and Grits for the Win Every Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">This classic Southern dish is a testament to comfort food at its finest, offering a symphony of flavors and textures<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image243350_dcecd1-20 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image243350_dcecd1-20 size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dreamstime_xl_77610769-shrimp-grits.jpg\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/dreamstime_xl_77610769-shrimp-grits-1024x575-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-243352\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-lg, 4rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:25px;padding-right:90px;padding-bottom:25px;padding-left:90px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id243350_b3e939-d3 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column243350_743801-c7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column243350_743801-c7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column243350_743801-c7 kvs-sm-false inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Hands down Shrimp and Grits is one of our favorite dishes at Front Porch Alabama! It&#8217;s the epitome of Southern comfort food as it harmoniously blends the richness of creamy <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/vendor\/mcewensandsons\/\">McEwen and Sons<\/a> stone-ground grits with the succulence of perfectly seasoned shrimp. Trust us these shrimp are perfectly seasoned thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/product\/gunpowder-original-cajun-seasoning-294\/\">Gunpowder Original Cajun Seasoning<\/a>. We also use <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/product\/small-batch-artisan-bacon-sliced\/\">Bill E&#8217;s Small Batch Bacon<\/a> because this recipe is too tasty to skimp on the bacon\u2014trust us!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column243350_c13489-39{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column243350_c13489-39 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px;flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column243350_c13489-39 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c\"]{padding-right:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:21px;text-align:center!important;}}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_ed14d6-1c\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6806ec-ee\">For the grits:<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 cup <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/product\/stone-ground-grits\/\">McEwen and Sons Stone Ground Grits<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 cups water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup whole milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_f8b341-ea\">For the shrimp<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/product\/gunpowder-original-cajun-seasoning-294\/\">Gunpowder Original Cajun Seasoning<\/a> (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 slices <a href=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/product\/small-batch-artisan-bacon-sliced\/\">Bill E&#8217;s Small Batch Bacon<\/a>, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 small onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 bell pepper, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup chicken broth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-243350_acb767-77 .kt-block-spacer{height:8px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-243350_acb767-77 .kt-divider{border-top-width:3px;height:1px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-243350_acb767-77\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_b48a92-08\">Directions<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_991628-03\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_991628-03\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_991628-03\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_991628-03 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_991628-03\"><strong><em>For the  grits:<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In a medium saucepan, bring water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the grits are thick and creamy (about 20-25 minutes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Stir in the milk, butter, and cheddar cheese (if using). Continue to cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the grits reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_a7afe8-f7\"><strong><em>For the shrimp:<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, ensuring they are well-coated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> In the same skillet, add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> In the same skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Saut\u00e9 until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Finish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the shrimp mixture, and stir in the crispy bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 class=\"kt-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading243350_6573e9-4f\"><strong><em>To serve:<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Spoon a generous portion of the creamy grits onto each plate and top with the shrimp and vegetable mixture. 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