Jul 17 2026
Restaurants‘Cille and ‘ScoeN.c. Shrimp & Grit Cakes Recipe

N.c. Shrimp & Grit Cakes Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Coastal Carolina shrimp, Neese's sausage, Guilford mill stoneground grit cakes.

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Ingredients

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For the Shrimp & Grit Cakes

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in salt and slowly add the stoneground grits, whisking to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sausage and Shrimp

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced Neese's sausage and cook until browned. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in chopped green onions and remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked grits, sausage and shrimp mixture, beaten eggs, cornmeal, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.

  4. 4

    Form the Cakes

    Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the grit cakes in batches until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the shrimp and grit cakes warm, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

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