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Crispy Southern Hush Puppies

Crispy Southern Hush Puppies: Easy Recipe for a Family Favorite

Enjoy a crispy and delicious side dish with these Southern hush puppies, perfect for any family gathering.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3 cups vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chopped onion, buttermilk, and beaten egg. Stir until combined.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  5. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add chopped jalapeños or garlic to the batter.
  • Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying for best results.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 hush puppies
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Crispy Southern Hush Puppies, Hush Puppies Recipe, Southern Cooking