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Chef John's Shrimp and Grits

By Chef John • Grits • Cuisine?
4.86 Prep: 25m Cook: 30m
Ingredients:
  • 4 slices 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 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 jalapeno pepper
  • 2 tablespoons minced green onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Created: Sep 23, 2025 Updated: Sep 23, 2025