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Stir-Fry Shrimp with Cheesy Grits

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Stir-Fry Shrimp with Cheesy Grits
dianept95 says:
I have never met a shrimp dish that I didn't like until now. It was anything but delicious.
I have never met a shrimp dish that I didn't like until now. It was anything but delicious.

Ingredients

  • 2  red and/or yellow sweet peppers
  • 1/2  cup quick cooking hominy grits
  • 1/2  cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (2 oz.)
  • 1-1/2  lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact
  • 1/2  tsp. chili powder
  • 1/4  cup olive oil
  • 1  cup cilantro sprigs
  • 1  Tbsp. cider vinegar
  •   Lemon wedges and cilantro sprigs, optional

Directions

1. Halve, seed, and coarsely chop peppers. In medium saucepan heat 1-34 cups water to boiling. Stir in grits and peppers. Return to boiling. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 5 minutes, until most water is absorbed and grits are tender. Stir in cheese. Sprinkle salt and pepper. Cover; keep warm.

2. In bowl toss shrimp with chili powder. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

3. In food processor combine remaining oil, cilantro, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water. Drizzle over shrimp and grits. Serve with lemon and cilantro. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories 385,
  • Total Fat (g) 21,
  • Saturated Fat (g) 5,
  • Monounsaturated Fat (g) 10,
  • Polyunsaturated Fat (g) 2,
  • Cholesterol (mg) 185,
  • Sodium (mg) 423,
  • Carbohydrate (g) 21,
  • Total Sugar (g) 3,
  • Fiber (g) 3,
  • Protein (g) 29,
  • Vitamin C (DV%) 164,
  • Calcium (DV%) 17,
  • Iron (DV%) 25,
  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Comments ( 2 )
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dianept95 wrote:

I have never met a shrimp dish that I didn't like until now. It was anything but delicious.

11/23/2009 04:28:12 PM Report Abuse
maryannandchuck wrote:

Great recipe. We really really like shrimp so had to try this. Yet another delicious supper. Thanks.

10/27/2009 05:57:31 PM Report Abuse

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