Cajun Fish and Savory Cheese Grits

Cajun Fish and Savory Cheese Grits: Food for the soul

Cajun Fish and Savory Cheese Grits

Ahhhh fish and grits...a true southern comfort classic! There is just something about this dish that does it for me. It doesn't matter what I'm going through at the time, when I sit down to a bowl of flavorful, creamy cheese grits and cajun fish, everything feels "alright" Yep it's that deep for me lol.

These savory cheese grits are loaded with flavor!

This fish and grits dish was a big part of my childhood. We had it almost every week. There are so many ways to spin this recipe by adding different seasonings and cheeses to the grits or cooking the fish a different way, like deep frying in cornmeal.

Half n Half gives these grits a super creamy texture. Added spices, chicken broth and cheese kicks up the flavor.

INGREDIENTS
Savory Cheese Grits:
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup half n half
1/2 cup grits (5-minute Quick Cooking Grits)
1-2 Tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cheddar cheese
2 dashes hot sauce
salt to taste

Easy Cajun Fish: ( I never measure these ingredients. Just season only one side generously)
2 tilapia fillets
olive oil
2 cloves garlic
salt
cajun seasoning
old bay seasoning
parsley
black pepper
onion powder (optional)
oregano (optional)
butter

Watch me make this cajun fish and savory cheese grits from start to finish!

Wanna add more to this dish to make it even more hearty? Top the fish with diced and sauteed green and red peppers, green onions, tomatoes and mushrooms.

Serve as a complete meal or a add side dish of super sweet peas and buttered Texas toast.  Ice cold sweet tea is  must!!!

Tips * If the grits are too thick just add in a little more hot water or hot broth to thin them out.
          Wash the pot immediately since grits can really cling to the sides of the pot and harden if left            sitting.