Elizabeth Karmel cooks and writes about food drink and travel. My journey with “shrimp and grits” all started with the shrimp and grits that I ate growing up in North Carolina. It is well ...

This story has been updated to correct the location of Purple Poulet. The first time I had shrimp and grits – I mean really good, authentic Southern shrimp and grits – was at a place called ...

Shrimp and grits may appear simple at first ... Low Country boil isn't about fancy plates or utensils - it's about the fun and connection. This casual outdoor meal feeds a crowd and highlights ...

Add the shrimp and sauté for about 3 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the chicken stock. Add the herbs and simmer for about 3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve by ladling grits into a ...