Shrimp and Grits - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Shrimp and Grits
Dinner

This Shrimp and Grits is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Shrimp and Grits are a classic low country dish with lots of flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 servings cooked grits
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup tasso ham, diced
  • 2 tablespoons leeks, diced
  • 2 tablespoons onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons green pepper, diced
  • 20 medium to large shrimp, peeled and de-veined, with tails on
  • 1 tablespoon white wine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • green onion, tops, chopped
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. *Cooking Note: Tasso is a Cajun ham and is often hard to find outside of Louisiana, but you can find it at some specialty gourmet shops or by mail order. If not, you can substitute salt pork, pancetta, or prosciutto, but you will have to beef up your seasonings, as tasso is very flavorful.
  2. Cook grits according to package directions; set aside and keep warm.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tasso and sauté until crisp. Add diced vegetables and sauté until onions are translucent. Add shrimp and sauté for 30 to 45 seconds, or until pink. Remove from the pan and set aside. Deglaze the pan with a little white wine. Slowly add the cream and let reduce until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Divide grits among 2 serving plates. Line plate edges with shrimp (10 shrimp per serving). Pour sauce over grits. Garnish with green onion tops.
  5. For a great wedding idea, use martini glasses to serve shrimp and grits, with the grits on the bottom and shrimp and sauce on top.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Shrimp and Grits recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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