SHRIMP AND GRITS WITH ROASTED TOMATO, FENNEL AND SAUSAGE

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Shrimp and Grits With Roasted Tomato, Fennel and Sausage image

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

8 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt
black pepper
1 large fennel bulb, trimmed fronds reserved and cut into thin wedges
2 to 3 cups vegetable or shrimp broth or water
1 tablespoon butter
Salt
Ground white pepper
1 cup coarse corn grits, soaked overnight if necessary see package instructions
Salt
1 fresh bay leaf
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cream cheese
Ground white pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cooked and crumbled Benton's smoked sausage or other smoked breakfast sausage
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
Hot sauce
Salt
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • For the roasted tomato: heat oven to 450 degrees. Toss tomato halves in a bowl with garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. Transfer, cut side up, to a baking sheet. Roast until collapsed and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes, and set aside.
  • For the fennel: In a small saucepan, combine the fennel, half of the reserved fronds, and just enough broth or water to cover. Add butter and season with salt and white pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to very low, and simmer until tender when pierced by a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer fennel to a plate, discard cooked fronds and reserve cooking liquid.
  • For the grits: Follow package instructions for cooking the grits, seasoning with salt to taste, and adding the bay leaf halfway through cooking. At the end of cooking, mix grits with butter, cream cheese, white pepper, lemon juice and hot sauce. Adjust salt as needed. About 15 minutes before the grits are finished cooking, prepare the shrimp and assemble the dish.
  • For shrimp and assembly: Place a large sauté pan over medium heat, and add the oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the shrimp in a single layer. When they are seared on one side, about 1 minute, turn them to sear on the other side. Add fennel, sausage, roasted tomatoes and 1 1/2 cups of the reserved fennel cooking liquid. Bring to a simmer and season with lemon juice, hot sauce and salt. If the mixture seems dry, add more fennel cooking liquid as desired. Add chopped parsley, and toss to mix.
  • To serve, place equal portions of grits on four rimmed plates or shallow soup plates. Divide the shrimp stew among the plates, garnish with remaining fennel fronds and serve.

Angel Escobar
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I would love to try this recipe, but I'm allergic to shrimp. Do you have any suggestions for substitutions?


Rachel Atwongyeire
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Kizer1 Kills
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This is a great recipe for special occasions. It's elegant and delicious.


info for all
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


yxng pumpkin
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This is my go-to recipe for shrimp and grits. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Fahad Blaze
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the creamy grits and the flavorful shrimp.


Rahman Baig
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just because I used a little too much cayenne pepper.


Dasia Henry
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great. The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. The roasted tomatoes and fennel added a nice touch of sweetness and acidity. I would definitely recommend this re


Farhan Ontor
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This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. The roasted tomatoes and fennel added a nice touch of sweetness and acidity. I will definitely be making this again.


addi gleason
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I'm not usually a fan of grits, but this recipe changed my mind. The creamy texture and the flavorful sauce were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Msarmad Latif
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I made this for my friends last weekend, and they all raved about it. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the grits were creamy and cheesy. The roasted tomatoes and fennel added a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


Inderpal Singh
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The final product was creamy, flavorful, and packed with shrimp, sausage, and vegetables.


Moun Khan
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I've always been a fan of shrimp and grits, but this recipe takes it to the next level. The roasted tomatoes, fennel, and sausage add so much depth of flavor. I can't wait to make it again!


Sangita Bain
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This was the first time I had ever made shrimp and grits, and I was so impressed with how easy it was. The recipe was straightforward, and the dish turned out creamy and delicious.


Ataiku Omowunmi
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I'm always looking for new shrimp recipes, and this one did not disappoint. The combination of flavors was amazing, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. Will definitely keep this in my recipe collection.


Jessi Paige
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I had never made shrimp and grits before, but this recipe made it so easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out perfectly. My husband and I both loved it!


Mimi Augustin
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This shrimp and grits dish was a hit with my family! The roasted tomatoes, fennel, and sausage added so much flavor. We'll definitely be making this again.