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Hush Puppies
This Hush Puppies recipe is a tasty Southern treat that's easy to make. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, they're full of yummy cornmeal and onion flavors. Perfect for snacking or as a side with your favorite meals, these hush puppies are sure to be a hit!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 188 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Add the onion to the dry ingredients and give it a good mix. The onion is what gives hush puppies their iconic flavor, so don't skimp!
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. If the batter seems too dry, you can add a bit more buttermilk. The consistency should be like a very thick pancake batter.
- In a deep-fryer or large, deep saucepan, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). If you don't have a thermometer, drop a small dollop of batter into the oil; it should bubble and float to the top.
- Using a small ice cream scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd the pan; fry them in batches.
- Fry the hush puppies until they're golden brown, turning them as needed for even cooking. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. Serve them hot with ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing, tartar sauce or a spicy honey dipping sauce.
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Notes
- This recipe yields about 24 hush puppies.
- Oil Temperature is Key: Make sure your oil is at the right temperature (375°F/190°C) for the perfect golden brown and crispy texture.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Fry the hush puppies in batches to ensure they cook evenly and stay crispy.
- Adjust the Spice Level: Feel free to tweak the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste. Less for milder puppies, more for a spicy kick.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve them hot for the best taste and texture. They pair wonderfully with dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard.
- Storing Leftovers: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
188kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.05g
Cholesterol
25mg
(8%)
Sodium
172mg
(7%)
Potassium
191mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
85IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
58mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 188
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 188kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.05g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 172mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.