Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits

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Ninja Speedi shrimp and grits is comfort food to the max. This southern favorite features buttery shrimp with chopped mushrooms and crispy bacon served over creamy grits. All in under 30 minutes!

No more waiting on the grits to slow cook on the stove while the bacon crisps in the oven and the shrimp are sautéed. The Ninja Speedi cooks everything beautifully at once!

What you’ll love about this recipe:

  • LOW CARB – If you are like me, and like to keep your daily carb count low, you’ll love this recipe. At under 20 grams of carbohydrate, it’s perfect for a low carb lifestyle.
  • FAST – Traditionally, shrimp and grits can take about 45 minutes to cook when you factor in slow cooking the grits, sautéing the shrimp, and baking or frying the bacon. But with the Ninja Speedi, it’s all done in about 30 minutes.
  • LESS CLEANUP – You don’t need a pot for the grits, a pan for the bacon, and another for the shrimp. This is a one-pot meal, which means less cleanup!
  • EASY – Since the recipe cooks all at once, you don’t have to manage separate ingredients on the stove and in the oven at the same time. Put everything in one pot and turn it on. Easy!

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Kitchen Gear Needed to Make Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits

You’ll need the following equipment and utensils to make this recipe.

Tools you’ll need

Note: It’s important to use silicone utensils in the Ninja Speedi to avoid damaging the surface of the cooking pot.

  • Ninja Speedi multi cooker
  • Silicone tongs & spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Shallow ramekin

Ingredients & Substitutions to Make Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits

Here’s are some suggestions for ingredient substitutions, so you can whip up a batch of shrimp and grits in the Ninja Speedi in around 30 minutes.

Quick-cooking grits Be sure to use only the quick-cooking variety of grits. The regular grits require more time to cook and won’t get done in the time needed to prepare this recipe. Quick-cooking grits typically come in packets, and you’ll need about three packets for the recipe.

Milk You can use just about any milk in this recipe. Cow’s, almond, oat and many others work great. Feel free to try your favorite. You can also skip the milk altogether and just use more water. If you would like more savory, less creamy grits, try substituting chicken broth for the milk.

Frozen shrimp I really recommend using frozen shrimp in this recipe. They cook perfectly in the time needed to properly cook the grits. but if you would like to use fresh shrimp, add them after the Ninja Speedi is done steaming and has switched over to air frying. Also, depending on the size of the shrimp you use, you may need to add more minutes to the cook time.

Ninja Speedi shrimp and grits with diced mushrooms and bacon served in a white bowl

Other ingredients needed

In addition to the ingredients above, you’ll need the following to make this Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits recipe

  • Water
  • Cremini mushrooms
  • Salted butter
  • Minced garlic
  • Bacon
  • Worcestershire sauce

Tips for Making Shrimp and Grits in the Ninja Speedi

Like thick grits? As written, this recipe results in creamy grits. But if you prefer thicker grits, then you may consider reducing the amount of the milk or water. I would try about 1/2 cup less to start.

Be sure to use a shallow ramekin The ramekin needs to be shallow, or short, to fit in the Ninja Speedi under of the lid. Use one that is about 2 inches tall or less. See the picture below.

Shrimp, bacon, and a ramekin with butter, garlic, and pepper in the Ninja Speedi

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How to Serve Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits

This shrimp and grits recipe is pretty decadent, but take it up a notch with these topping suggestions:

  • Smoky paprika
  • Shredded cheddar cheese

This recipe is a full meal on its own, but I think it would be delicious served with warm baguette slices slathered in butter.

Ninja Speedi shrimp and grits with diced mushrooms and bacon served in a white bowl

Ninja Speedi Shrimp and Grits

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Steam & Crisp Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ninja Speedi shrimp and grits is comfort food to the max. Serve this southern favorite with chopped mushrooms and crispy bacon in about 30 minutes!

Ingredients

LEVEL 1 INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup quick cooking grits
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 TBSP salted butter

LEVEL 2 INGREDIENTS

  • 8 oz frozen shrimp
  • 4 strips bacon
  • 4 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped

BASTING INGREDIENTS

  • 3 TBSP salted butter, cubed
  • 1 TBSP minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Add all LEVEL 1 ingredients to the Ninja Speedi pot and stir.
  2. Put the Crisping Tray in the pot in the elevated position.
  3. Place the frozen shrimp and bacon strips on the Crisping Tray in a single layer. (The mushrooms will be added later.)
  4. Combine all BASTING INGREDIENTS in a shallow ramekin. Place the ramekin in the middle of the Crisping Tray.
  5. Close the lid and make sure the SmartSwitch is in the Rapid Cooker position. Select SPEEDI MEALS, and set the temperature to 360 degrees and the time to 10 minutes. Press the START/STOP button.
  6. The Ninja Speedi will steam for about 8 minutes. Once it stops steaming, lift the lid and remove the ramekin of basting sauce with silicone-tipped tongs. Using a silicone basting brush, mix the sauce and baste the shrimp with half of the sauce. Add the mushrooms to the middle of the Crisping Tray and close the lid. The Speedi will resume on the crisping function.
  7. When 5 minutes remain on the timer, lift the lid. With the silicone tongs, flip the shrimp and baste the other side with the remaining sauce. Close the lid to finish cooking.
  8. When the timer goes off, lift the lid and remove the Crisping Tray using the silicone tongs. Stir the grits with a silicone spatula.
  9. To serve, spoon grits into a serving bowl and top with shrimp, bacon, and mushrooms.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 317Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 169mgSodium: 877mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 5gProtein: 22g

Nutrition information is an approximation and may vary based on the specific ingredients and amounts used when preparing the recipe.

© Melissa Gordon
Cuisine: American

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