Jul 14 2026
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Ace’s Fish And Grits Recipe

Inspired by Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine
Time1h
Serves4

Smoked gouda grits top with deep fried fish

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Ingredients

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Grits

Fish

Garnish

Method

Grits

  1. 1

    Prepare the Water

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Grits

    Once boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of grits. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese and Seasoning

    After the grits are cooked, stir in 1 cup of smoked gouda cheese, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.

Fish

  1. 4

    Prepare the Fish

    Rinse 1 pound of white fish fillets under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels. Cut into serving-size pieces.

  2. 5

    Set Up Breading Station

    In one bowl, place 1 cup of flour. In a second bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs. In a third bowl, combine 1 cup of cornmeal, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

  3. 6

    Bread the Fish

    Dredge each piece of fish in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with the cornmeal mixture. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.

  4. 7

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat 2 cups of oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 8

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the breaded fish into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon a generous portion of the smoked gouda grits onto each plate. Top with the fried fish.

  2. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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