Description
Fish and Grits is a heartwarming Southern dish that pairs crispy, seasoned fish with creamy, cheesy grits, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors. This versatile meal shines at any time of day—be it brunch or dinner—and is sure to impress your family and friends. Topped with a mildly spicy tomato-based sauce, this comforting dish makes for a nourishing option that will satisfy your cravings. With easy preparation steps and healthy ingredients, Fish and Grits is a delicious way to indulge without compromising on nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1½ lb catfish fillet
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tomato (diced)
- ½ cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 lemon (squeezed)
- 3–4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1–2 cups white sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water, pat dry, and season with salt, pepper, and Blackened seasoning.
- In a skillet, sauté minced garlic, diced tomato, red bell pepper, and green onion in butter or oil until softened. Add broth and lemon juice; simmer.
- Fry catfish fillets in another skillet until golden brown on each side.
- Boil water and whisk in stone-ground grits; cook until thickened. Stir in milk, butter, cheese, and salt until creamy.
- Serve grits topped with fried fish and sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg