The Bloody Joe Recipe

Name: The Bloody Joe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh habanero peppers; 1 carrot, chopped; 1 lemon or lime, juiced; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1 1/2 cups tomato juice; 2 ounces Bloody Mary mix; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 eggs; 1 cup quick grits, cooked; 1 1/2 ounces peppered vodka, optional; 2 ribs celery, cut in half, about 4 inches long; 2 cucumbers, sliced about 4 inches long

Servings: persons

1 pound fresh habanero peppers
1 carrot, chopped
1 lemon or lime, juiced
1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups tomato juice
2 ounces Bloody Mary mix
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 eggs
1 cup quick grits, cooked
1 1/2 ounces peppered vodka, optional
2 ribs celery, cut in half, about 4 inches long
2 cucumbers, sliced about 4 inches long

1
For the paste: In a food processor, put the habanero peppers, carrot and lemon or lime juice and blend.
2
While blending, slowly add the vegetable oil.
3
For the Bloody Joe: In a saucepan, bring the tomato juice and Bloody Mary mix to a slow simmer and season with salt and pepper.
4
Add the habanero paste to taste for desired heat.
5
Add the eggs and slowly poach until the whites are set, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the peppered vodka, if desired, and stir.
7
Pour the finished eggs and Bloody Joe mixture over the quick grits.
8
Add the celery and cucumber on the side to garnish.
9
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
10
The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

726

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh habanero peppers, 1 carrot, chopped, 1 lemon or lime, juiced, 1 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, The Bloody Joe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Bloody Joe

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Variations & substitutions

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