Mole Amarillo Shrimp and Grits with Cotija Cheese

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring creamy grits topped with sautéed shrimp in a delicate mole amarillo sauce, finished with salty cotija cheese.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

650 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£3.67/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

British

Main Ingredient:

Seafood

Mood:

Comfort Food

Ingredients

Servings

1cupStone-ground grits(Quick-cooking grits can be substituted, but stone-ground provide better texture)

£0.60

4cupsWater

1cupMilk(Whole milk or half-and-half for extra creaminess)

£0.50

2tablespoonsButter(Salted or unsalted, adjust seasoning accordingly)

£0.25

0.5cupSharp Cheddar Cheese(Shredded)

£1.50

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack pepper(Freshly ground)

1poundShrimp(Peeled and deveined)

£8.00

2tablespoonsOlive oil

£0.20

1mediumYellow bell pepper(Seeded and chopped)

£0.70

0.5mediumOnion(Chopped)

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1cupChicken broth(Low sodium)

£0.50

0.5teaspoonGround Cumin

£0.10

0.3teaspoonGround Coriander

£0.05

0.3teaspoonTurmeric Powder

£0.05

1tablespoonLime juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.15

2ouncesCotija cheese(Crumbled)

£1.50

2tablespoonsCilantro(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.30

Total Cost

£14.70

£3.67 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Grits:** In a large pot, bring water and milk to a boil. Gradually whisk in the grits and reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the grits are creamy and thickened. Stir in butter and cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2.
**Prepare the Mole Amarillo Sauce:** In a blender or food processor, combine yellow bell pepper, onion, garlic, chicken broth, cumin, coriander and turmeric. Blend until smooth.
3.
**Sauté the Shrimp:** Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
4.
**Combine Shrimp and Sauce:** Pour the mole amarillo sauce into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the shrimp. Stir in lime juice.
5.
**Assemble and Serve:** Spoon creamy grits into bowls. Top with the mole amarillo shrimp. Sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (400g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

40g

15% of RDA

Fat

35g

50% of RDA

Protein

45g

90% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

800 mg

35% of RDA

Saturated Fat

18 g

90% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use chicken stock instead of water for cooking the grits.

Adjust the amount of lime juice and spices in the mole amarillo sauce to your liking.

Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness and flavor.

Add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce for a little heat.

Cooking Equipment

Large pot

Large skillet

Blender or food processor

Wine Pairings

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Mole Amarillo Shrimp and Grits with Cotija Cheese

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