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Red Snapper Shrimp Grits Cajun

A delicious Cajun-inspired dish featuring red snapper and shrimp served over creamy grits.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Grits
  • 1 cup grits preferably stone-ground
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Seafood
  • 1 pound red snapper fillets skinless
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper red diced
  • 1 bell pepper green diced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Grits
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Once the grits are thickened, stir in the heavy cream, butter, and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with black pepper.
Cook the Seafood
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Season the red snapper fillets with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Add the shrimp and chicken broth to the skillet and cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
Serve
  1. Spoon the creamy grits onto plates, top with the red snapper and shrimp mixture, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a spicier version, add more Cajun seasoning or hot sauce to taste.

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