Name: Lowcountry Shrimp and Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 People
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb (peeled, deveined) Shrimp; 5 slices Bacon; 2 tbsp Butter; 4 tbsp All-purpose flour; 1 medium Diced yellow onion; 1/2 medium Diced green bell pepper; 1/2 medium Diced red bell pepper; 2 cups Chicken broth; 1 cup (uncooked) Grits; 1 tsp Seasoning salt; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 1/2 tsp Garlic powder; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 1/2 tsp Garlic powder; 1/2 tsp Onion powder; 1 tsp Lawry's Seasoned Salt; 2 tbsp (chopped) Green onions; 1/4 tsp (optional) Hot pepper flakes

Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

American · Southern

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~500 kcal

Recipe by Rhonda's Country Kitchen on YouTube

Recipe Summary

A classic Southern dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, flavorful gravy with diced vegetables, served over creamy grits and garnished with crispy bacon and fresh green onions. This simple yet delicious recipe brings the taste of Charleston's Lowcountry cuisine to your kitchen.

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All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Shrimp 1 lb (peeled, deveined)
Bacon 5 slices
Butter 2 tbsp
All-purpose flour 4 tbsp
Diced yellow onion 1 medium
Diced green bell pepper 1/2 medium
Diced red bell pepper 1/2 medium
Chicken broth 2 cups
Grits 1 cup (uncooked)

All Ingredients - Seasoning for Shrimp

Seasoning salt 1 tsp
Black pepper 1/2 tsp
Garlic powder 1/2 tsp

All Ingredients - Seasoning for Gravy

Black pepper 1/2 tsp
Garlic powder 1/2 tsp
Onion powder 1/2 tsp
Lawry's Seasoned Salt 1 tsp

All Ingredients - Garnish

Green onions 2 tbsp (chopped)
Hot pepper flakes 1/4 tsp (optional)

Tools You'll Need

Skillet
Pan
Wooden spoon
Ladle

Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps

No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
No All-purpose flour?
- White whole wheat flour (1:1)
- 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)

⚠ Contains Allergens

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Shrimp

Season 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 tsp seasoning salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly. Ensure shrimp are thoroughly mixed with the seasonings.

Step 2: Cook Bacon

Place 5 slices of bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about . Remove bacon from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the bacon grease in the pan. Crumble the bacon once cooled for garnish.

Step 3: Make Roux

Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the reserved bacon grease in the skillet. Once melted and bubbling, add 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon over medium-low heat for until the roux darkens to a light brown color. Do not scorch the roux.

Step 4: Sauté Vegetables

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 1/2 diced green bell pepper, and 1/2 diced red bell pepper to the roux. Stir and cook for until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.

Step 5: Season Gravy

Season the sautéed vegetables with 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp Lawry's Seasoned Salt. Stir well to combine all the flavors.

Step 6: Add Broth and Shrimp

Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth gravy. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the gravy to a gentle simmer. Add the seasoned shrimp to the simmering gravy.

Step 7: Simmer Gravy

Reduce heat to low and let the gravy simmer for , or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8: Serve

Ladle the hot shrimp and gravy generously over a bed of creamy grits (prepared separately). Crumble the crispy bacon on top, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and add a dash of hot pepper flakes if desired for an extra kick. Serve immediately.

Pro Tips

• Always devein your shrimp for a better texture.

• Cook the grits low and slow for a creamy consistency.

• Do not scorch the roux; stir constantly until it reaches a light brown color.

Recipe Variations

• Serve the shrimp and gravy over white rice or a baked potato instead of grits.

• Adjust the amount of hot pepper flakes to your spice preference.

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