This blog post introduces Australia’s own version of the traditional American classic shrimp and grits, tailored for the little ones in your family. Get ready to delight your kid’s taste-buds with this simple but flavourful recipe. Use fresh Australian shrimp and a variety of local ingredients to make this classic meal. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and sure to be a hit with the littles! Perfect for every busy mum looking to whip up a delicious, nutritious meal for her toddlers.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: shrimp, grits, savory, family-friendly
• Calories: 322
• Protein: 21g
• Carbohydrates: 46g
• Fats: 4g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 500g uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 liter chicken stock
• 500g instant grits
• 5g garlic powder
• 5g smoked paprika
• 5g onion powder
• 2.5g ground black pepper
• 65g butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

1. In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil over high heat.

2. In a separate pot, prepare the instant grits according to package instructions and set aside.

3. Once the chicken stock is boiling, add the shrimp and reduce the heat to low.

4. Simmer for 5 minutes, until the shrimp is cooked through.

5. Drain the shrimp and discard the chicken stock.

6. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.

7. Add the shrimp, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and black pepper to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes.

8. Add the cooked grits to the skillet and stir to combine.

9. Cook for 3 minutes more, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Recommended Sides

• Green salad
• Roasted vegetables
• Fruit salad