Description
Hush puppies are a beloved Southern treat, featuring a crisp exterior and a light, fluffy interior. Made from simple ingredients, these delicious cornmeal fritters are perfect for any gathering, whether as an appetizer or a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 3/4 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until smooth.
- Add milk and egg; stir gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped onion evenly into the batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to around 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry for about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove hush puppies; drain on paper towels and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 hush puppies (60g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg