Shrimp and grits is a

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in the

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of the coastal

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and

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in the United States. It is a traditional breakfast dish, though many consider it more of a lunch or supper dish. Elsewhere,

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are accompanied by fried

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and jalapeños File:The Food at Davids Kitchen 156.jpg, Shrimp and grits along with blackened fish and tomato mozzarella and basil ( insalata Caprese) File:Shrimp and grits from Boudro's in San Antonio.jpg, Shrimp and grits from Boudro's in

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