Fried Grits

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Fried Grits

Total Time

 

Cook Time: 3 hrs 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 5 cups water
  
• salt
  
• 1 cup stone ground grits
  
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  
• vegetable oil
  

Directions:

1. 1
   

Bring the water and salt to a boil in a large heavy saucepan.

1. 2
   

Add the grits and continue to simmer, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the grits are cooked and thick like mush, about 15 to 20 minutes.

1. 3
   

Pour the hot grits onto a large plate to make a layer about 3/4-inch deep.

1. 4
   

Cover and let stand to cool, then refrigerate to chill thoroughly.

1. 5
   

When the grits are cold and firm, cut into rectangular pieces.

1. 6
   

Dredge the grits pieces with flour, shaking off excess flour.

1. 7
   

Heat the oil to a depth of 1/2-inch in a heavy skillet.

1. 8
   

Fry grits pieces until golden brown on both sides, about 4 to 5 minutes total.

1. 9
   

Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

1. 10
   

Serve hot.