Name: Red Snapper, Shrimp & Grits with a Cajun Cream Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 cup stone-ground grits; 4 cups chicken broth (or water); 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp butter; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; Salt and pepper, to taste; ½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 red snapper fillets; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp hot sauce (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Description

Red Snapper, Shrimp & Grits with a Cajun Cream Sauce is a sumptuous dish that combines the delicate flavors of crispy red snapper and juicy shrimp with the comforting creaminess of grits. Enhanced by a rich Cajun cream sauce, this meal strikes the perfect balance between comfort food and fine dining, making it ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and enticing presentation, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup stone-ground grits
4 cups chicken broth (or water)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp butter
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 red snapper fillets
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes. Mix in heavy cream, butter, cheese, salt, and pepper.
Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink; set aside.
Pat snapper dry, season with Cajun seasoning, and sear in the same skillet until crispy (about 3-4 minutes per side). Set aside.
In the skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add seasoning, broth, heavy cream, and simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
To serve: Spoon grits onto plates, top with snapper and shrimp, then drizzle with Cajun cream sauce.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
Calories: 590
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 190mg

Keywords: Use fresh seafood for the best flavor. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference. For variety, substitute red snapper with tilapia or scallops.