Homemade Hush Puppies: Easy and Delicious Comfort Food Recipe
Enjoy the crispy, tasty experience of Homemade Hush Puppies, a simple comfort food perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in chopped onion, then add buttermilk and beaten egg.
- Mix until just combined and let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding minced jalapeños or cheese to the batter.
- Serve with a dipping sauce for an extra touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 hush puppies
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg