Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This Buffalo Shrimp Blue Cheese Grits recipe is not just a meal – it's a flavor explosion that combines the creamy comfort of southern-style grits with the bold, tangy kick of buffalo sauce and the rich, creamy punch of blue cheese. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality dish at home, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your cooking game in just 45 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup grits
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp, 1 cup of grits, 4 cups of water, 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese, 1/4 cup of buffalo sauce, 2 tablespoons of butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Slowly whisk in the 1 cup of grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let the grits cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are creamy and thick.
- While the grits are cooking, prepare the buffalo shrimp. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side.
- Once the shrimp are cooked through, pour in 1/4 cup of buffalo sauce. Stir to coat the shrimp evenly in the sauce and let them cook for another minute to heat through.
- After the grits have thickened, remove them from the heat and stir in the crumbled blue cheese until melted and well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- To serve, spoon a generous portion of blue cheese grits onto each plate. Top with the buffalo shrimp, ensuring to drizzle any remaining buffalo sauce from the skillet over the top.
- Garnish with additional crumbled blue cheese if desired, and enjoy your Buffalo Shrimp Blue Cheese Grits!
Tips
- Shrimp Cooking Tip: Don't overcook your shrimp! They should be pink and slightly curled. Overcooked shrimp become tough and rubbery.
- Grits Secrets: Whisk constantly when adding grits to boiling water to prevent lumps. Low and slow is the key to creamy, smooth grits.
- Blue Cheese Hack: For a milder blue cheese flavor, use half blue cheese and half cream cheese for a creamier, less intense taste.
- Spice Control: Adjust the buffalo sauce quantity to match your heat tolerance. Start with less and add more if needed.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the most delicious results. If using frozen, completely thaw and pat dry before cooking.
- Serving Suggestion: Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley for added color and a fresh flavor boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 270kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 27g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 165mg
