Grit Cakes

Grit Cakes are a delicious way to use leftover grits from Cajun Shrimp and Grits. Furthermore, these savory cakes are “fried” in an Air Fryer to give them a crunchy exterior with a soft interior. These Grit Cakes are the perfect vessel for serving softer proteins. Finally, this recipe includes how to use leftover or fresh grits to make these Grit Cakes.

Allergen Friendly

Grit Cakes are an allergy-friendly side dish. These savory cakes are made using Gluten-Free Grits, Bone Broth, and chives. This is truly a recipe that everyone can enjoy either as a side dish or vessel for transporting delicious and softer proteins.

Leftover Grits, Grit Cakes Ingredients

• A Batch of Grits from Cajun Shrimp and Grits
• Chicken Bone Broth
• Chives, Thinly Sliced

Freshly Made Grit Cakes Ingredients

• Chicken Bone Broth
• Pink Salt
• Gluten-Free Grits
• Chives, Thinly Sliced

Making the Grit Cakes Batter

From Leftover Grits

1. First, take out the leftovers of grits and place them in an All-Clad Nonstick Pot.
2. Next, add the bone broth and chives and warm through.
3. Then, turn off the heat and pour the grits onto a nonstick baking sheet. Let it cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to cool completely.
4. Finally, using a biscuit or empanada cutter, cut the cooled grits into patties. Continue this step until all of the grits have been used.

Place the Leftover Grits into a Pot

Break Up the Leftover Grits to Warm Through

Add the Chives

Stir to Mix; Turn Off the Heat

Pour Onto a Nonstick Baking Sheet and Let It Set

Cut Rounds Out of the Grits

From Freshly-Made Grits

1. First, pour the bone broth and salt into an All-Clad Nonstick Pot and bring it to a boil.
2. Next, pour in the grits and stir to prevent clumping.
3. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the grits for 15-20 minutes. You may need to stir the grits from time to time to prevent clumping.
4. Next, add 1 tbsp. of finely sliced chives into the grits and stir.
5. Then, turn off the heat and pour the grits onto a nonstick baking sheet. Let it cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to cool completely.
6. Finally, using a biscuit or empanada cutter, cut the cooled grits into patties. Continue this step until all of the grits have been used.

“Frying” the Grit Cakes

1. First, pour Gluten-Free or Organic Flour onto a plate. Lightly coat each side of the Grit Cakes with the flour and then place them into the basket of an Air Fryer.
2. Next, place 3 to 4 Grit Cakes into the basket of the Air Fryer.
3. Then, close the Air Fryer and “fry” the cakes for 5 minutes at 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Next, open the Air Fryer basket, flip the cakes over, and “fry” for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Finally, sprinkle the other tbsp. of finely sliced chives over the top and serve hot.

Lightly Coat the Uncooked Grit Cakes with Flour Prior to “Frying”

“Fry” in the Air Fryer for 10 Minutes; Serve Hot!

Serving the Grit Cakes

Grit Cakes are savory and can be served as a side dish or a vessel for softer proteins. Here are a few creative ways to serve and enjoy these delicious cakes –

• Use these as a vessel for serving Cajun Shrimp Cakes.
• Instead of making cheese grits for Cajun Shrimp and Grits, serve the cooked shrimp over the top of these Grit Cakes.
• Need another twist on Taco Tuesday? Use the Grit Cakes as tortillas or “tostadas” and pile Seasoned Ground Bison Meat, cheese, salsa, guacamole, and other toppings over the top.
• Use the cakes as a cornbread replacement and serve Ground Elk Chili over the top.
• Serve the cakes alongside Ground Venison Holiday Meatballs for a festive party meal.
• Instead of serving Venison Meatballs with Cranberry BBQ Sauce with Delicata Squash, serve them over the top of these cakes.
• Pile leftover BBQ meat from Smoked Pork Spare Ribs over the top of these cakes for a well-rounded meal.

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Grit Cakes

Yield: 16 Grit Cakes

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Grit Cakes are a delicious way to use leftover grits from Cajun Shrimp and Grits. Furthermore, these savory cakes are "fried" in an Air Fryer to give them a crunchy exterior with a soft interior. These Grit Cakes are the perfect vessel for serving softer proteins. Finally, this recipe includes how to use leftover or fresh grits to make these Grit Cakes.

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Ingredients

Grit Cakes with Leftover Grits

• 1 Batch of Leftover Cheese Grits
• 1/2 c. Chicken Bone Broth
• 2 tbsp. Chives, Thinly Sliced (1 tbsp. for Batter and 1 tbsp. for Garnish)

Grit Cakes with Fresh Grits

• 5 c. Chicken Bone Broth
• 1/2 tsp. Pink Salt
• 1 c. Gluten-Free Grits
• 2 tbsp. Chives (1 tbsp. for Batter; 1 tbsp. for Garnish)

Instructions

Making the Grit Cakes Batter Using Leftover Grits

1. First, take out the leftovers of grits and place them in an All-Clad Nonstick Pot.
2. Next, add the bone broth and chives and warm through.
3. Then, turn off the heat and pour the grits onto a nonstick baking sheet. Let it cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to cool completely.
4. Finally, using a biscuit or empanada cutter, cut the cooled grits into patties. Continue this step until all of the grits have been used.

Making the Grit Cakes Batter Using Freshly Made Grits

1. First, pour the bone broth and salt into an All-Clad Nonstick Pot and bring it to a boil.
2. Next, pour in the grits and stir to prevent clumping.
3. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the grits for 15-20 minutes. You may need to stir the grits from time to time to prevent clumping.
4. Next, add 1 tbsp. of finely sliced chives into the grits and stir.
5. Then, turn off the heat and pour the grits onto a nonstick baking sheet. Let it cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to cool completely.
6. Finally, using a biscuit or empanada cutter, cut the cooled grits into patties. Continue this step until all of the grits have been used.

"Frying" the Grit Cakes

1. First, pour Gluten-Free or Organic Flour onto a plate. Lightly coat each side of the Grit Cakes with the flour and then place them into the basket of an Air Fryer.
2. Next, place 3 to 4 Grit Cakes into the basket of the Air Fryer.
3. Then, close the Air Fryer and "fry" the cakes for 5 minutes at 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Next, open the Air Fryer basket, flip the cakes over, and "fry" for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Finally, sprinkle the other tbsp. of finely sliced chives over the top and serve hot.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 91Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 576mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 8g