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
- 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
- Protein 9.21 g Moderate
- Carbs 43.71 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.27 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.23 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 78.01 mg High
- Sodium 914.38 mg High
- Fiber 4.42 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.89 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 104.67 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.66 mg Low Source
- Potassium 437.29 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 18.65 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.26 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.61 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅