Email me

Translate

Follow on Twitter

Follow Me on Pinterest

Follow Me on Pinterest The Heart Smart Gourmet on Pinterest!

Follow me on my new Facebook Page!

First Love Missions
My Ministry Web Page

"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11

God bless.



Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Shrimp & Grits

Grits are made from ground hominy or dried corn, are very similar to polenta, a good source of fiber and folic acid and are a healthy southern breakfast staple. This is a favorite Sunday breakfast recipe of mine, made healthier by omitting butter and flour in the shrimp sautéing process. Serve topped with a poached egg for a delicious touch of class. 

 

Ingredients (Serves 4)

  • 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Hot sauce to taste
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions 
  • 4 eggs (optional)

Preparation

For grits:
·        Cook 4 servings of grits according to package directions.
·        Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm. 

For shrimp:
·        In a large heavy skillet heat oil over medium.
·        Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
·        Add mushrooms and sauté until they start to release their liquid.
·        Add shrimp and lemon juice and cook until they start to turn pink, about 2 minutes.
·        Remove skillet from heat; cover and set aside to keep warm.

Adding Poached Eggs to the Mix (Optional)

·        Heat a large nonstick skillet or saucepan over high heat.
·        Add water to skillet until it reaches half-way up the skillet. Bring to a soft boil.
·        Reduce heat to medium and crack eggs into pan and cook until whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 3-4 minutes.


Plating:

·        Divide grits among 4 bowls, forming a well in center. Add 4 shrimp per plate, around the outside and mushroom mixture into the well in center of grits.
·        Top with egg in the center, dash with hot sauce and garnish with green onions…deeelish!
Pin It

No comments:

Post a Comment

Please feel free to comment!

Blog Archive

RSS Feed

{http://heartsmartgourmet.blogspot.com/}