Charleston Shrimp 'N' Gravy

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Charleston Shrimp 'N' Gravy to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Charleston Shrimp 'N' Gravy, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 3 slices bacon
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and
• chopped
• 2 teaspoons seasoned salt with
• no MSG
• ground black pepper to taste
• garlic powder to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour,
• divided
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and
• deveined
• 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 green onion, chopped

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Place the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Fry until browned, then remove to paper towels to drain

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Add the butter to the bacon grease

Step 4: Technique & Execution

When the butter begins to sizzle, sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over it

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for about 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until dark brown

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Don't let it scorch - if it starts to, just reduce the heat