Pan-Fried Cornmeal Mush
Pan-Fried Cornmeal Mush features creamy, set cornmeal slices seared to a crisp, golden exterior with a tender center. The subtle sweetness of yellow cornmeal and a hint of butter make it comforting and nostalgic, perfect for a hearty breakfast or a simple side at dinner. Serve warm with syrup, honey, or savory toppings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan; set it aside.
- 2
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the cornmeal and salt; cook, stirring regularly, until thick.
- 3
Transfer the cornmeal mixture to the prepared loaf pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- 4
Cut the cornmeal mush into 1-inch-wide slices. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cornmeal slices; cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Calories 215.09 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.6 g Low Source
- Carbs 43.02 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.8 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 2.01 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 7.84 mg Low Source
- Sodium 31.51 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.09 g Moderate
- Sugar 7.55 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 7.46 g Moderate
- Calcium 1.79 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.4 mg Low Source
- Potassium 77.67 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1.31 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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