Dinner: Shrimp and Grits Fritters

Recipe by Anna Stockwell Bursting with fresh corn and a hint of spice, these summery fritters take inspiration from a favorite Southern classic.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Shrimp and Grits Fritters

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

3/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
3/4 cup corn flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 red or green jalapeño, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 pound small shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears of corn)
3/4 cup grated cheddar (about 3 ounces)
Grapeseed or canola oil (for frying)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Whisk together sour cream, lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp. salt; set aside for serving.
Whisk flour, baking powder, Old Bay seasoning, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Whisk egg and buttermilk in a medium bowl, then add to dry ingredients and stir to combine. Stir in scallions, jalapeño, shrimp, corn, and cheese.
Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium. Working in batches and adding more oil in between, drop 1/4-cupfuls corn mixture into skillet, flattening slightly, and cook until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain; season with salt and serve immediately with sour cream sauce and lemon wedges alongside.