Name: Red Snapper Shrimp Grits Cajun
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 240 g stone-ground grits; 960 ml chicken broth; 240 ml heavy cream; 28 g unsalted butter; 60 g shredded cheddar cheese; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 225 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 15 ml olive oil; 14 g unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 red snapper fillets (about 170 g each); 15 ml olive oil; 14 g unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; 240 ml heavy cream; 120 ml chicken broth; 28 g unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 50 g grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Description

Red Snapper Shrimp Grits Cajun is a vibrant dish that showcases the best of Southern cuisine. This recipe features crispy red snapper and succulent shrimp, all enveloped in a creamy, flavorful Cajun cream sauce. Served atop a bed of rich, stone-ground grits, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for dinner parties or intimate family meals, this dish brings a touch of elegance while being easy to prepare. In just under an hour, you can impress your guests or treat your family to this indulgent yet comforting meal. Dive into the bold flavors of the sea and enjoy every bite!

Ingredients

Scale

240 g stone-ground grits
960 ml chicken broth
240 ml heavy cream
28 g unsalted butter
60 g shredded cheddar cheese
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
225 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
15 ml olive oil
14 g unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 red snapper fillets (about 170 g each)
15 ml olive oil
14 g unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
240 ml heavy cream
120 ml chicken broth
28 g unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 garlic cloves, minced
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits and reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until creamy. Stir in heavy cream, butter, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink; set aside.
Pat dry the red snapper fillets; season with Cajun seasoning. In the same skillet, add more oil and butter if needed, then cook snapper for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown; set aside.
For the Cajun cream sauce, melt butter in the skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic briefly before adding Cajun seasoning and chicken broth. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Serve by spooning grits onto plates topped with red snapper and shrimp; drizzle with Cajun cream sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like parsley or green onions as garnish. You can substitute half-and-half or coconut cream for heavy cream if desired. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.