By Protein
Low Country Grits with Bacon and Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 oz. Cheesy Grits (Sub-Recipe)
- 2 oz. Smoky Tomato Gravy (Sub-Recipe)
- 4 oz. Blackened Shrimp (Sub-Recipe)
- 2 ea. Wright® Brand Naturally Hickory Smoked Extra Extra Thick Sliced Steak Cut Bacon, Bulk, 15 Lbs, 2 Slices/Inch, Gas Flushed
- 1 tsp. Fresh Chopped Parsley (Garnish)
Succulent shrimp is nestled in a creamy, cheesy grits base, all elevated by the bold flavors of grilled Wright® Brand Naturally Hickory Smoked Extra Extra Thick Sliced Steak Cut Bacon, Bulk, 15 Lbs, 2 Slices/Inch, Gas Flushed , generously smothered in a rich, spicy tomato gravy that adds a perfect kick and brings the essence of the low country straight to your plate.
Directions
- Cook Wright® Brand Naturally Hickory Smoked Extra Extra Thick Sliced Steak Cut Bacon, Bulk, 15 Lbs, 2 Slices/Inch, Gas Flushed over medium heat on a grill until internal temperature reaches 165°F and crispy and has grill marks. Cut slices in half and hold hot.
- In a wide bowl or coupe, plate cheesy grits.
- Top grits with smoky tomato gravy.
- Plate shrimp and slices of grilled Wright® Brand Naturally Hickory Smoked Extra Extra Thick Sliced Steak Cut Bacon, Bulk, 15 Lbs, 2 Slices/Inch, Gas Flushed shingled over tomato gravy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Smoky Tomato Gravy
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Butter
- 4 oz. Yellow Onion
- 1 tbsp. Garlic
- 8 oz. Red or Yellow Bell Peppers
- 12 oz. Diced Tomatoes, Canned
- 2 tbsp. Chipotles en Adobo, Canned
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tsp. Salt
Directions
- Over medium heat in a medium sauce pot, sweat the onions and garlic in butter until soft and translucent.
- Add bell peppers and continue to cook until they are tender as well.
- Add canned tomatoes and chipotles. Bring to a simmer, season with salt and pepper.
- Hold hot for service.
Cheesy Grits
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Instant Grits
- 2 cups Water or Chicken Stock
- 2 tbsp. Cream Cheese
- 4 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1/4 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
Directions
- Over high heat in a medium sauce pot, bring water or stock to a simmer.
- Whisk in dry grits and cook according to package instructions.
- Once grits are cooked, fold in cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper. Hold hot for service.
Blackened Shrimp
Directions
- In a small bowl, toss raw shrimp with oil and seasoning.
- Grill shrimp over high heat until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from grill and hold warm.
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