Shrimp-Manchego-Chorizo Grits With Red Bean Salsa

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Shrimp-Manchego-Chorizo Grits With Red Bean Salsa
45 min.
6
338kcal

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Get ready to elevate your brunch game with our delectable Shrimp-Manchego-Chorizo Grits with Red Bean Salsa! This hearty dish blends rich flavors and vibrant textures, making it an unforgettable morning meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends. With a glorious combination of creamy grits, savory chorizo, and succulent shrimp, each bite bursts with a delightful medley of taste.

Perfectly gluten-free, this recipe showcases the wonderful marriage of Manchego or Parmesan cheese, adding a nutty richness to the dish that beautifully complements the slight spice of the chorizo. The addition of the fresh Red Bean Salsa provides a zesty contrast, ensuring your palate is treated to an exciting flavor journey. And let’s not forget those gorgeous garnishes—crispy fried plantain slices and fragrant sprigs of fresh thyme seamlessly add a touch of elegance to your presentation.

In just 45 minutes, you can create this stunning brunch centerpiece that not only pleases the eyes but also satisfies the taste buds. With its impressive yet accessible ingredients, this Shrimp-Manchego-Chorizo Grits recipe is the perfect way to start your day on a high note or to treat your guests during a weekend gathering. Prepare to wow everyone with this incredible dish that beautifully marries comfort and sophistication!

Ingredients

  •  fish bouillon cubes 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.1 pound chorizo sausage cooked chopped
  • 0.8 cup regular grits 
  • 0.3 pound parmesan cheese grated
  • servings bell pepper 
  • slices garnishes: fried plantain drops of chili olive oil and saffron olive oil fresh
  • servings bean salsa red
  • servings salt 
  • 0.5 pound shrimp deveined cooked peeled chopped
  • 30 large shrimp deveined cooked peeled (leaving tails intact)
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan; add bouillon cubes, stirring until dissolved. Gradually stir in grits; cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 minutes.
  2. Remove mixture from heat.
  3. Stir in butter and next 3 ingredients, and add salt and pepper to taste. Spoon into 6 (6-ounce) lightly greased ramekins; cool slightly.
  4. Unmold grits onto individual serving plates; spoon Red Bean Salsa on top of grits. Arrange 5 cooked shrimp around grits.
  5. Garnish, if desired.
  6. Note: To make plantain slices for garnish, cut 1 large plantain into very thin slices; fry in hot oil (35
  7. for 1 minute or until crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories338kcal
Protein33.49%
Fat39.37%
Carbs27.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.83
Glycemic Load
1.1
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.736956508263%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:337.83kcal
16.89%
Fat:14.95g
22.99%
Saturated Fat:5.68g
35.47%
Carbohydrates:23.19g
7.73%
Net Carbohydrates:20.73g
7.54%
Sugar:4.91g
5.46%
Cholesterol:160.96mg
53.65%
Sodium:1389.34mg
60.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.61g
57.21%
Vitamin C:97.7mg
118.43%
Vitamin A:3061.49IU
61.23%
Phosphorus:369.57mg
36.96%
Calcium:304.14mg
30.41%
Copper:0.42mg
20.83%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.19%
Magnesium:60.52mg
15.13%
Potassium:527.72mg
15.08%
Zinc:2.04mg
13.62%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.84%
Selenium:8.48µg
12.12%
Fiber:2.45g
9.81%
Folate:38.58µg
9.65%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.06%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.97%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Vitamin B3:1.44mg
7.21%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.94%
Vitamin K:5.47µg
5.21%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.95%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.27%
Source:My Recipes