Description
A festive and healthy dish combining salmon, shrimp, and bacon with creamy grits for a flavorful Christmas meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook salmon fillets for 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Bring water to a boil in a pot. Stir in grits, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the grits. Stir until creamy.
- Serve grits topped with salmon, shrimp, and bacon. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use wild-caught salmon for better flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- For a richer taste, substitute milk with heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American