Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters
Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters deliver a crunchy exterior with a tender, corn-grit center, dotted with juicy tomato and sweet onion. The okra adds a pleasant vegetal bite while the eggs bind everything into golden, pan-fried rounds. Serve hot as a snack, appetizer, or a fun side at casual dinners and weekend gatherings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 25
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 21
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the okra, tomato, and onion. Add the grits, eggs, salt, and pepper, then mix with your hands until well combined. Shape the mixture into 2 1/2-inch-wide patties, roughly half the size of a hamburger.
- 2
Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fritters and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook until the other side is browned, about 5 more minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve right away.
- Calories 398.16 kcal Moderate 20%
- Protein 9.21 g Moderate 18%
- Carbohydrate 43.71 g 16%
- Total Fat 20.27 g High 26%
- Saturated Fat 3.23 g Moderate 16%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 78.01 mg High 26%
- Sodium 914.38 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 4.42 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 3.89 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 104.67 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 0.66 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 437.29 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 18.65 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 3.26 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.34 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Breaded Okra, Cooking Oil, Eggs, and Grits. Each serving provides about 398.16 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters made of?
- The main ingredients are Breaded Okra, Cooking Oil, Eggs, Grits, Onion. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 398.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters healthy?
- Crispy Okra and Grits Fritters has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 398.16 calories and 9.21 g of protein, or 18% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 914.38 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.23 g (16% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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