New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp and Grits

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Large head-on shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
• 1 cup Stone-ground white grits
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 3 cups Chicken stock
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Green onions (sliced)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil, then slowly whisk in the grits and a pinch of salt.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer the grits for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.

3. 3

   While grits cook, combine Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. 4

   Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes until it reduces slightly, then add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.

5. 5

   Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink, then reduce the heat to low.

6. 6

   Whisk the cold, cubed butter into the shrimp sauce one piece at a time to create a thick, emulsified glaze.

7. 7

   Stir the heavy cream and cheddar cheese into the finished grits until completely melted and smooth.

8. 8

   Spoon the grits into shallow bowls, top with the BBQ shrimp and plenty of butter sauce, and garnish with green onions.