Description
Hush puppies are the ultimate Southern snack—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. These delightful cornmeal dumplings are easy to make and perfect for any gathering, whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these irresistible bites that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup coarse ground cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline your cooking process.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix milk and eggs until frothy.
- Fold in the chopped onions into the wet mixture.
- Gradually combine dry and wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into hot oil; fry until golden brown on both sides (approximately 3 minutes each side).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 hush puppies (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in jalapeños or herbs. - To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for optimal crispiness.