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The Darling Shrimp and Grits 

By: TLP's Partners
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Image courtesy of The Darling Oyster Bar

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yields

1 serving

    ingredients
  • 8 shrimp, peeled and tail removed
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper, julienned
  • ¼ cup fennel, julienned
  • Pinch of country ham, small diced
  • 1 teaspoon cooking oil
  • ⅓ cup shrimp stock
  • 4 cubes cold butter
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1 serving cheesy grits, prepared
steps
  1.   Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat and add the oil.
  2.   Add the julienned red pepper, fennel, and diced country ham. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften and the ham becomes lightly caramelized.
  3.   Add the shrimp and cook until approximately 75% done.
  4.   Pour in the shrimp stock and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the butter and swirl the pan until the butter is fully incorporated and the sauce is slightly emulsified.
  6.   Season with the Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
  7.   Continue cooking until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce lightly coats the vegetables and shrimp.
  8.   Spoon the cheesy grits into a serving bowl and pour the shrimp, vegetables, and sauce over the top.
  9.   Deep fry brussels leaves until crispy. Add a little salt and red wine vinegar.



  • Recipe by:
    The Darling Oyster Bar

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