Bacon-and-Chive Grit Fries with Smoky Hot Ketchup Recipe
INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients
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Fries
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1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits 2 cups whole milk 2 cups chicken stock 1 teaspoon kosher salt 4 ounces fontina cheese, shredded (about 1 cup) 1/2 cup cooked and finely crumbled bacon (about 8 slices) 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh chives 1/2 teaspoon
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Smoky Hot Ketchup
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1 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco) 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
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How to Make It
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Step 1
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Prepare grits according to package directions, using milk, stock, and salt. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add cheese, bacon, chives, and pepper, and stir until cheese is melted. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 9-inch square pan; chill 4
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Step 2
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Prepare the Smoky Hot Ketchup: Stir together ketchup, hot sauce, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
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Step 3
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Place flour in a shallow dish. Whisk together eggs and water in a second shallow dish. Place panko in a third shallow dish. Dredge grit fries in flour; dip in egg wash, and roll in panko, pressing gently to adhere. Place grit fries in freezer for 15
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Step 4
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Pour oil to a depth of 1 inch in a large, heavy skillet; heat over medium-high to 350°F. Fry grit fries, in batches, in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste. Place o
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