Description
Hush puppies are crispy, golden-brown bites that deliver a satisfying crunch followed by a fluffy interior, enhanced with hints of onion and subtle sweetness. These classic Southern treats are perfect as a side dish or appetizer, making them an essential addition to any gathering. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they evoke nostalgia with every bite, transporting you back to cherished family moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, beaten eggs, and chopped onion until evenly combined.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture using a spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to about 350°F (175°C).
- Using two spoons or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil without crowding the pan.
- Fry for about 3–4 minutes until golden brown and puffed up; flip halfway through.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 hush puppies (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg