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Satsuma Breakfast Gumbo Recipe

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Satsuma Breakfast Gumbo is a hearty Southern-inspired dish featuring creamy, cheesy grits cakes topped with a flavorful mix of eggs, bacon, and sausage. Pan-fried to golden perfection and served with spicy hot sauce, this breakfast gumbo combines rich textures and savory flavors for a satisfying morning meal.

Ingredients

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Grits Cakes

  • 3 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons yellow grits
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon (3 slices)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion (2 onions)
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Gumbo Toppings

  • 6 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2–3 tbsp butter
  • 4 slices Applewood smoked thick cut bacon, diced into large bite-size pieces
  • 4 links Andouille sausage, sliced
  • 4 sausage patties, diced (precooked frozen used)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Hot sauce, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grits Cake: Grease a 9x9x3-inch pan. In a saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Gradually stir in the grits, continuing to stir until all water is absorbed and grits thicken but remain smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, and green onion thoroughly. While hot, pour the grits mixture into the prepared pan and refrigerate for at least a few hours to cool and set.
  2. Cook the Bacon and Sausages: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the diced bacon. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the bacon is slightly done but not crispy. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan. Add sliced andouille sausage and diced sausage patties to the pan with the reserved fat and heat through for 3-4 minutes. Remove cooked sausages and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Eggs: In a fresh pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. In a bowl, beat together eggs and softened cream cheese until smooth. Pour egg mixture into the pan and gently fold and stir until the eggs are cooked through but still a little creamy and juicy. Remove eggs from the pan and keep warm.
  4. Assemble and Fry the Grits Cakes: Just before serving, cut the chilled grits into four squares. Spread flour on a plate and coat each side of the grits cakes in flour. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the grits cakes for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
  5. Serve the Breakfast Gumbo: Place one golden grits cake in a shallow bowl. Top with the cooked eggs, bacon, sausage, diced green onions, and sprinkle with hot sauce to taste. Serve immediately for a delicious Southern-style breakfast.

Notes

  • Ensure the grits are stirred constantly during cooking to avoid lumps and achieve a creamy texture.
  • Do not overcook the eggs; they should remain slightly soft and creamy for best texture.
  • The sausage patties are precooked, so just warm them thoroughly.
  • Use a non-stick skillet and enough oil to get a crisp golden crust on the grits cakes.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity based on your preferred spice level.

Keywords: Satsuma Breakfast Gumbo, grits cakes, Southern breakfast, cheesy grits, breakfast gumbo, eggs and sausage, pan-fried grits

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