Introduction
There is nothing more comforting than authentic Southern comfort food made from simple pantry staples. These Golden Crispy Southern Grit Cakes combine creamy stone-ground grits with a perfectly crunchy cast iron crust for an unforgettable homemade side dish. Perfect for brunch recipes, family dinners, holiday meals, or budget-friendly comfort food, these crispy grit cakes deliver rich flavor, satisfying texture, and classic Southern charm in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Grit Cakes
- 1 cup stone-ground corn grits
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth or chicken stock
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup finely grated yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
For Frying
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
- Extra butter for serving
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