BACON-GRITS FRITTERS

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Categories     Potato     Appetizer

Yield 32 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
4 cups milk $
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked and finely crumbled bacon (about 8 slices) $
2 green onions, minced $
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs $
3 cups Japanese breadcrumbs (panko)
Vegetable oil $

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare grits according to package directions, using 4 cups milk and 1 tsp. salt. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in cheese and next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese is melted. Spoon mixture into a lightly-greased 8-inch square baking dish or pan, and chill 4 to 24 hours. 2. Roll grits into 1 1/2-inch balls. Whisk together eggs and 1/4 cup water. Dip balls in egg wash, and roll in breadcrumbs. 3. Pour oil to depth of 3 inches in a large, heavy skillet; heat over medium-high heat to 350°. Fry fritters, in batches, 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Keep fritters warm on a wire rack in a pan in a 225° oven up to 30 minutes. Serve warm. Make ahead: Prepare recipe as directed through Step 2. Cover and chill in a single layer up to 4 hours. Fry as directed. You may also prepare through Step 2 and freeze on a baking sheet for 30 minutes or until firm. Transfer to a zip-top plastic bag, and freeze. Cook frozen fritters as directed in Step 3, increasing cooking time to 5 to 6 minutes or until golden and centers are thoroughly heated.

Gabriel Hairybull
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These fritters were a complete disaster. I followed the recipe exactly, but they just didn't work out.


Katrina French
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my fritters turned out really dry. I think I overcooked them.


Steven Martinez
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These fritters were a lot of work to make, and they didn't turn out as good as I hoped.


ABBAS AFRIDI
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I found that the fritters were a little bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Adan Ochoa
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These fritters are a little greasy for my taste. I think I'll try baking them next time instead of frying them.


Jessica Igboanusi
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I've made these fritters several times now, and they're always a hit. I love that I can change up the flavor by using different types of cheese or bacon.


Ilyes Abdstar
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These fritters are a great way to get kids to eat grits. My kids gobbled them up.


Sagun
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I'm not a huge fan of grits, but I loved these fritters. The bacon and cheese really masked the grits flavor.


Scott Hardy
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These fritters are a great way to use up leftover grits. I always have a container of cooked grits in my fridge, so I can whip up a batch of these fritters whenever I need a quick and easy snack or meal.


Melissa Del rio
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I added some chopped green onions to the batter for a little extra flavor. It really took these fritters to the next level.


Olasehinde David
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I was surprised at how well the grits and bacon flavors complemented each other. I would have never thought to combine them, but it really works.


Gounh yt
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These fritters are the perfect finger food. They're small and easy to eat, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Hasan Tarafder
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I love how easy these fritters are to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed them together. No need to worry about measuring or precise cooking times.


ali asgar bhadsora wala
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These bacon grits fritters were a hit at my brunch party! They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, with the perfect balance of bacon and cheese. I'll definitely be making these again.