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Easy Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

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A classic Southern hush puppies recipe that delivers crispy, golden fried cornmeal fritters perfect as a side dish or snack. Made with simple pantry staples and buttermilk, these easy-to-make hush puppies have the ideal balance of crunchy exterior and tender inside.

Ingredients

Frying Oil

  • Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for frying, about 2 inches deep

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Pour about 2 inches of vegetable, canola, or peanut oil into a deep saucepan or deep fryer. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), ensuring it reaches the right temperature for frying.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and large egg until well combined.
  4. Make the batter: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently fold together just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fry hush puppies: Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil in small batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until the hush puppies are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  6. Drain and serve: Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and place them onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Maintaining the oil temperature at 350°F is crucial to ensure the hush puppies cook evenly without absorbing too much oil.
  • Do not overcrowd the frying pan to keep the oil temperature steady and allow for even frying.
  • For a slightly spicy variation, add finely chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients.
  • Use fresh buttermilk for the best taste and texture, but you can substitute with milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar if needed.

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