Weeknight-ready
You do not need a pantry full of spices to make a satisfying bowl. Start with the sauce, add broth and shrimp, and get to the part where everyone is eating.
The easy way to dinner
Sauce for shrimp and grits.
Bring home the Low Country flavor guests asked Chef Julius West to bottle. Sarge's does the hard part, so you can make a generous, comforting shrimp-and-grits dinner without building a sauce from scratch.
One 12 oz jar serves 6 or more
A better starting point
Keep the flavor. Lose the long list.
Shrimp and grits feels special because every spoonful should be rich, savory, and worth slowing down for. It can also ask a lot of a weeknight cook: build a sauce, balance the seasoning, watch the shrimp, and get the grits right at the same time.
Sarge's Low Country Shrimp and Grits Sauce gives you a confident place to start. The family recipe carries the aromatic, savory character of the dish, while you bring the broth, shrimp, and the people around the table. It is a simple shortcut that still tastes like you meant it.
Dinner in three moves
Make shrimp and grits your way.
- Start with the sauceWarm Sarge's sauce with chicken broth in a skillet or saucepan. The broth loosens the sauce and gives you the kind of spoonable finish that belongs over grits.
- Add the shrimpStir in your shrimp and cook until they are just done. Keep an eye on them, because tender shrimp are the difference between a good bowl and a great one.
- Spoon over gritsServe the shrimp and sauce over creamy, stone-ground grits. Add the sides you love and bring it straight to the table.
Made for the moment
More room for your table.
Whether dinner is a Tuesday reset, a weekend brunch, or a plate for somebody you want to spoil, the sauce keeps the focus on sharing a good meal.
Built for your favorites
Choose the shrimp you like, make your grits creamy, and set out the sides that feel right. The sauce brings the Low Country foundation without boxing you into one version of dinner.
Generous by design
A 12 oz jar serves 6 or more, making it a smart choice for family meals, guests, and any night when you want a little extra on the table.
Set the table
Everything that belongs beside a good bowl.
Make the shrimp and grits the center of the plate, then round it out with a few familiar favorites. The best pairings add comfort, color, or crunch without competing with the sauce.
- Stone-ground grits: Creamy, warm, and ready to catch every spoonful of sauce.
- Greens or roasted vegetables: A bright, savory side that balances the richness.
- Cornbread: Perfect for the last bit of sauce on the plate.
- Sausage: Add it when you want a heartier Southern-style spread.
Make every bowl count
A few simple choices make dinner feel special.
There is no need to turn shrimp and grits into a project. The beauty of the dish is in the contrast: silky grits, tender shrimp, and a savory sauce that carries the whole bite. Sarge's gives you the base, then lets the little decisions at home make it yours.
Choose grits with a creamy finish.
Stone-ground grits give the plate a little more character and make a beautiful match for a spoonable sauce. Cook them until they are smooth and tender, then add the butter, cream, or cheese that makes them taste like your table. If they tighten while they sit, a splash of warm liquid brings them back to a soft, welcoming texture.
Let the shrimp stay tender.
Put the shrimp into the warmed sauce near the end of cooking and watch for them to turn opaque and curl. They do not need much time. Taking them off the heat at the right moment keeps the texture sweet and tender, and makes the finished bowl feel restaurant-worthy without any extra fuss.
Use the sauce as the center, not the finish.
Instead of treating sauce as something to drizzle on top, let it cook with the shrimp and broth. That is how the flavor reaches every bite and gives the grits something worth soaking up. Spoon generously, but leave enough of the grits visible so the plate still feels balanced.
Make enough to share.
Shrimp and grits has a way of pulling people toward the kitchen. One jar serves 6 or more, so it works beautifully when family stops by, friends stay for brunch, or you want tomorrow's lunch to be just as good as tonight's dinner. Set out the cornbread, bring the skillet to the table, and let everybody help themselves.
One sauce, many tables
Make the meal fit the moment.
For an easy weeknight dinner
When you want something warmer than takeout but do not have time to build flavor from the ground up, start with the sauce. Cook the grits while the shrimp simmers, add a green vegetable or a piece of cornbread, and dinner feels settled without taking over the evening.
For weekend brunch
Shrimp and grits belongs at a table where nobody is in a hurry. Make a bigger pot of grits, set out coffee and something crisp on the side, then let the sauce do what it does best: give the bowl a savory, comforting center that invites another spoonful.
For feeding a crowd
Good food makes guests linger. A jar that serves 6 or more gives you a simple starting point for family gatherings, game days, and laid-back celebrations. Keep the menu relaxed, use the sides you love, and make a plate that feels generous from the first serving to the last.
For your first shrimp-and-grits night
If you have always wanted to make shrimp and grits at home, the sauce gives you a welcoming first step. You can focus on the simple parts: make the grits the way you like them, choose the shrimp you enjoy, and let the sauce bring everything together. It is a dependable path to a meal that feels generous, familiar, and completely your own.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What makes a good sauce for shrimp and grits?
A good sauce brings the shrimp and grits together without taking over the plate. Sarge's starts with savory, aromatic Low Country flavor and a hint of heat, then lets you make it your own with the broth and shrimp you choose.
How do I use Sarge’s shrimp and grits sauce?
Warm the sauce with chicken broth, add shrimp, and cook until the shrimp are done. Spoon it over creamy stone-ground grits and serve right away.
How much does one jar serve?
One 12 oz jar of Sarge's Low Country Shrimp and Grits Sauce serves 6 or more people, depending on how you build the meal and what you serve alongside it.
Is the sauce spicy?
Sarge's sauce is made with aromatic spices and a hint of heat. It brings a little fire to the table while leaving room for the shrimp, grits, and sides to shine.
What should I serve with shrimp and grits?
Collard greens, cornbread, sausage, roasted vegetables, and a crisp drink all pair beautifully with shrimp and grits. Keep the sides simple and let the bowl do the talking.
Make it memorable