Jun 09 2026
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Shrimp & Grits Fritter Recipe

Inspired by Jack Stack Barbecue - Overland Park
Time50m
Serves4

Crispy grits, cajun hot sauce, scallion, lemon.

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Ingredients

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For the Grits

For the Shrimp Fritters

Method

Prepare the Grits

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook Grits

    Once boiling, add 1 cup of grits and 1 tsp of salt. Stir well, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

  3. 3

    Add Butter and Cheese

    Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbs of butter and 1 cup of shredded cheese (if using) until melted and fully combined. Spread the grits in a shallow dish and let cool completely.

Prepare the Shrimp Fritters

  1. 4

    Chop Shrimp

    Chop the shrimp into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 5

    Mix Ingredients

    Add the chopped scallions, 2 tbs of cajun hot sauce, zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 large egg, 1 cup of flour, and 1 tsp of black pepper to the bowl. Mix until well combined.

  3. 6

    Combine with Grits

    Once the grits are fully cooled, add about 1 cup of the prepared grits to the shrimp mixture. Mix thoroughly until combined.

  4. 7

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 2 cups of oil over medium heat until hot.

  5. 8

    Fry Fritters

    Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the shrimp and grits mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

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