Discover the different types of grits.
Quick or Regular Grits
The only difference between these types is in granulation.
Quick grits are ground fine and cooked in five minutes.
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Regular grits have medium grind and cook in ten minutes.
Instant Grits
Otherwise known as “grits from a packet.”
These fine-textured grits have been precooked and dehydrated, so all you need is boiling water.
They’re fast for aneasy breakfast, but they’re also not as naturally flavorful.
The outer hulls of hominy are removed after rinsing.
Salt the Water
To make good grits, salt your water generously.
Grits absorb more salt before they are cooked rather than after.
The most important thing is to use a whisk and whisk often.
This will help release more starch for the smoothest, creamiest results.
Try baking them in the oven, which only requires a few minutes of hands-on cooking.
Grit Color Means Different Corn
Different types of corn differentiate yellow, white, and blue grits.
Some say that yellow grits have a more robust corn flavor than white grits, which are more delicate.
Are Grits Healthy?
We know what you’re thinking: How could grits possibly be healthy?
Southerners are known for stewing our grits with plenty of butter.
But if you’re looking for a health-conscious option, certain types of grits can be healthier than others.
Without this processing, stone ground grits contain more fiber and nutrients than regular grits.
