Southern-Style Breakfast Plate: Salmon Croquette, Cheese Grits, Eggs & Biscuit 🍳🐟🧀🍞
This is a hearty, comforting meal with a perfect mix of protein, carbs, and flavor!
1. Salmon Croquettes 🐟
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 can (or 1 cup cooked) salmon, drained and flaked
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
- Oil for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
- Mix salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, onion, mustard, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Form into small patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
2. Cheese Grits 🧀
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup grits (quick or regular)
- 4 cups water or milk (or a mix)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Bring water/milk to a boil.
- Slowly whisk in grits.
- Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5–20 minutes depending on grits type.
- Stir in butter, cheese, salt, and pepper until creamy.
3. Eggs 🍳
- Prepare your favorite style: scrambled, fried, or sunny-side up.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a little butter for flavor.
4. Biscuit 🍞
- Use store-bought or homemade biscuits.
- Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Salmon croquettes: add chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- Cheese grits: mix in bacon bits or sautéed onions for extra flavor.
- Make the meal ahead: cook croquettes and grits first, then keep warm while making eggs and biscuits.
If you want, I can give a complete step-by-step plan to make this breakfast all together so everything comes out hot and ready at the same time 😋
Do you want me to do that?
