Blackened Fish & Shrimp over Creamy Grits Perfectly seasoned blackened fish topped with juicy shrimp and served over buttery grits with a spicy, creamy Cajun sauce—Southern comfort at its finest! ⸻ Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 2 Calories: ~640 kcal ⸻ Ingredients • 2 white fish fillets (like cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi) • 10 shrimp, peeled and deveined • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning • Salt & pepper to taste • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp butter Creamy Grits: • ¾ cup quick grits • 2 ½ cups water or milk • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese • 2 tbsp butter • Salt to taste Cajun Cream Sauce: • ½ cup heavy cream • 1 garlic clove, minced • ½ tsp Cajun seasoning • 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley ⸻ Instructions 1. Cook the Grits: • In a pot, bring water (or milk) to a boil. Stir in grits. • Reduce heat and cook 5–7 minutes until thickened. • Stir in cheese, butter, and salt. Cover and set aside. 2. Blacken Fish & Shrimp: • Pat dry and season fish and shrimp with Cajun seasoning. • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. • Sear fish for 3–4 mins per side until blackened and cooked. Set aside. • In same skillet, cook shrimp for 1–2 mins per side until pink and curled. 3. Make the Sauce: • Add butter to pan, then garlic. Sauté 30 secs. • Stir in cream and Cajun seasoning, simmer 2–3 mins. 4. Assemble & Serve: • Spoon grits into bowls, top with fish and shrimp. • Drizzle with Cajun cream sauce and sprinkle with chives or parsley. ⸻ Pro Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon for a citrusy kick that brightens the whole dish! Enjoy!