Shrimp and Grit Cups
What’s a shrimp and grits cup? A delicious, handheld way to guarantee priority party invite status. You can thank A Mind Full Mom.
Ingredients
Gorton's seafood
2 cups chicken stock or seafood stock
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/3 cup quick cooking grits
1/2 cup milk or half and half
1 tablespoon butter
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1 package Gorton’s Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
16 mini phyllo cups – optional
Preparation
Step 1
If using phyllo cups, bake according to package directions.
Step 2
Bring stock, salt, garlic and paprika to a boil. Once broiling, whisk in the grits. Cook for 3-4 minutes and whisk in the milk, butter, and cheese and cook for additional minute or until cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
Step 3
Arrange shrimp in a single layer in skillet. Cook over medium heat for 6-10 minutes, stirring frequently or until shrimp begin to curl up and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 4
Place 1 tablespoon grits in each phyllo cup or appetizer spoon and top with one shrimp. Serve.
Featured product
Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
