✅️ Red Snapper & Shrimp over Cheesy Grits with Cajun Cream Sauce
This soul-warming Southern-style dish layers juicy, pan-seared red snapper and shrimp atop creamy cheddar grits, all brought together with a bold and flavorful Cajun cream sauce. It’s rich, zesty, and comfort food at its finest—perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a hearty dinner.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Red Snapper & Shrimp:
- 4 red snapper fillets
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
For the Grits:
- 1 cup quick-cook grits
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Cajun Cream Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp butter