Memphis BBQ Shrimp & Grits (and a lesson on how to pronounce “Rendezvous”). Trust us on this one — the corn kernels stirred into grits is a textural game changer!
1 pound shrimp, peeled and skewered
1/2 cup Rendezvous marinade
Olive oil
1/4 cup Rendezvous sauce
1/2 cup instant grits
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon Rendezvous seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
Kernels of 2 ears cooked corn
Rendezvous seasoning and fresh herbs, to garnish
In a shallow dish, place shrimp skewers in an even layer. Cover with Rendezvous marinade and evenly coat the shrimp. Marinate for minimum 30 minutes or refrigerated overnight. Heat an oiled grill pan over medium high heat. Cooked shrimp for 3 minutes per side, brushing with Rendezvous sauce. Meanwhile, prepare instant grits according to instructions with chicken broth. Stir butter, Rendezvous seasoning, and corn into cooked grits. Divide among 4 plates. Top with shrimp. Season with additional Rendezvous seasoning and fresh herbs to serve.