FAJITA-STYLE SHRIMP AND GRITS

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I combined two of my favorite dishes-fajitas and shrimp with cheesy grits-into this spicy one-dish meal. For more heat, use pepper jack cheese instead of a Mexican cheese blend. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1 cup quick-cooking grits
4 cups boiling water
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
3 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 medium sweet peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch strips
1 medium sweet onion, cut into 1-inch strips
1 jar (15-1/2 to 16 ounces) chunky medium salsa
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, divided

Steps:

  • Sprinkle shrimp with fajita seasoning; toss to coat. Set aside., Slowly stir grits into boiling water. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese until melted; stir in milk. Keep warm., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir until tender and pepper edges are slightly charred. Add salsa, orange juice and shrimp. Cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup cilantro. Remove from heat., Spoon grits into serving bowls; top with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 1324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Kaydee Barnard
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp and grits. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


TERESA MWANGO
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


kenny lim
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the shrimp, and the adults loved the grits. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Lacey Mae
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These shrimp and grits are packed with flavor! The fajita seasoning gives the dish a nice kick, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kila Kamkilakai Anere
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I'm not a huge fan of grits, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ivan alvin Krpto
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This dish is amazing! The shrimp are cooked perfectly, and the grits are creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Claire Lawson
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I love this recipe! The shrimp and grits are so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Benevolent
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp and grits are delicious, and the recipe is easy to follow.


Brittany Broxton
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp and grits are so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mdmonsur Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Aaron Omoregie
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This dish is amazing! The shrimp are cooked perfectly, and the grits are creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Shehbaz Ahmed
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I love this recipe! The shrimp and grits are so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


LIL NINJA
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp and grits are delicious, and the recipe is easy to follow.


Caden Driggers
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp and grits are so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Megs Shirey
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp and grits. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Aliha Jahin
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


rmb bangla song
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the shrimp, and the adults loved the grits. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Abdu Wasay
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I'm not a huge fan of grits, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


warj0o Kordi
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These shrimp and grits are packed with flavor! The fajita seasoning gives the dish a nice kick, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.