Shrimp and grits are one of the easiest southern dishes to prepare, but you do have to allow yourself time AND gather the freshest ingredients you have access to. Find a genuine southern recipe for shrimp and grits such as the one I am sharing today for an old Charleston Gullah version. Folks, THIS is the shrimp and grits that STARTED shrimp and grits. Methods and ingredients can vary greatly from state to state, city to city, and certainly from chef to chef. This one is true to Gullah history and the sourcing of fresh foods along the Carolina Sea Islands. This dish is commonly prepared in both the home and in commercial kitchens. It finds depth of flavor from the use of fresh shrimp and crab. You will see that there are many ingredients, however all are likely pantry and spice cabinet staples you may already have. They are what will be used to very slowly layer a rich sauce that will blanket the shrimp. The crab are buttery and sweet and compliment the cheddar cheese grits I will show you how to make.