Fried Grit Cakes With Eggs and Tomato Gravy

Grits are a popular dish in the Southern United States, made from ground corn kernels. They are often served as a breakfast staple and can be enjoyed in various ways, including as grit cakes.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Fried Grit Cakes With Eggs and Tomato Gravy

Cooking Method: Frying, Simmering Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Breakfast, Brunch Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1680

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Grits
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Vegetable Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add grits. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Allow to cool.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Add the cooled grits and mix well.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop the grits mixture onto the skillet, forming patties. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until onion is translucent. Add diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Sprinkle flour over the tomato mixture and stir well. Slowly pour in milk while stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer and cook until the gravy thickens.
6. Serve the fried grit cakes topped with tomato gravy. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.