Shrimp and Grits
Recipes for this dish vary across the South, but this is exactly how chef Sean Brock prepares the traditional version at home.
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Shrimp and Grits
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Sean's Stovetop Grits
Ingredients
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Brock's recipe timing is based on coarse grits, and he admits cooking them on the stovetop is a labor of love. He prefers a pressure cooker for consistent results. If you use a finer grind, follow package directions.
Pressure Cooker (or Instant Pot) Method:
Soak grits as directed in Step 1. Place grits, water, bay leaf, salt, and white pepper in a 6-quart electric pressure cooker. Lock lid in place. Set electric cooker on high pressure to cook 15 minutes. Quick-release the pressure. Carefully open lid. Stir in butter, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Discard bay leaf.
Tips
Brock uses spring water in his grits because it has a neutral flavor.