Rockfish And Grits Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

Buttermilk Fried / Cheddar Polenta

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Rockfish
1. Marinate the rockfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
2
Dredge the Fish
2. In a bowl, mix together flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge the marinated rockfish in the mixture until well coated.
3
Fry the Fish
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated rockfish fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4
Make the Cheddar Polenta
4. In a pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in polenta, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and cook for about 20-25 minutes until thickened.
5
Finish the Polenta
5. Stir in cheddar cheese, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
6
Serve
6. Serve the fried rockfish over a bed of cheddar polenta.