Chef John's Shrimp and Grits

Nutrition Information

226 Calories
12g Carbohydrates
7g Protein
293mg Potassium
5g Fiber
10g Sugar

Ingredients

  • 4 strips bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

  • ¼ cup water

  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • 1 dash Worcestershire sauce

  • 4 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup white grits

  • ½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper

  • 2 tablespoons minced green onion

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

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