Y’all, let me tell you about a midnight snack that’ll make your taste buds do the Second Line! As a Southern girl who’s spent countless nights perfecting this heavenly creation, I’m finally sharing my secret Cajun Shrimp and Grits Bites recipe that’ll have you sneaking to the kitchen at midnight like a teenager raiding the fridge!
This isn’t your mama’s regular shrimp and grits – we’re taking it to a whole new level of deliciousness that’s perfectly portioned for those late-night cravings. Trust me, honey, once you try these, you’ll be thanking me in your dreams!
Ingredients (makes 12 bites):
– 1 cup quick-cooking grits
– 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
– 1/2 pound Gulf shrimp, chopped
– 2 tablespoons butter (real butter, y’all – none of that fake stuff!)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
– Green onions for garnish
– Hot sauce (because duh!)
Now, let me walk you through this magic, sugar!
1. First, cook those grits according to package directions, but here’s the twist – add a pinch of salt and that sharp cheddar while they’re still hot. Stir until it’s all melty and gorgeous.
1. Pour that creamy goodness into a mini muffin tin and pop it in the fridge for about 30 minutes. (Perfect time to scroll through TikTok or paint your nails!)
1. While you’re waiting, let’s make that shrimp sing! Melt the butter in a skillet, add garlic (don’t burn it, sis!), and toss in those chopped shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
1. Once your grits are firm, top each bite with that spicy shrimp mixture and garnish with green onions.
Y’all, if you’re loving this recipe as much as my late-night cravings do, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering Southern recipes that’ll make your grandma proud!
The best part? These bites are perfectly poppable and won’t leave you feeling guilty in the morning. Plus, they’re fancy enough to serve at your next girls’ night in!
Pro tip: Make a double batch because trust me, these disappear faster than your ex’s text messages! 🤭
I love seeing y’all recreate my recipes, so don’t be shy – drop a comment below and let me know how these turned out for you! And if you haven’t already (which, girl, what are you waiting for?), follow me on Newsbreak for daily doses of Southern cooking magic. I’ve got everything from quick weeknight dinners to fancy Sunday suppers that’ll make you the star of any potluck!
Remember, cooking is all about having fun and adding your own flair. So if you want to spice these up even more or add your own twist, go for it! Just don’t forget to share your creation with me in the comments – I’m always looking for new ways to jazz up my favorite recipes!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got another batch calling my name from the kitchen! 😉💋
