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Amberly Vahn

Crispy Homemade Hush Puppies

Homemade hush puppies are crispy, golden bites made with cornmeal and served warm, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • Vegetable oil (for frying) Canola or peanut oil recommended
  • 1/2 cup minced jalapeños Optional
  • paprika Optional sprinkle

Equipment

  • Deep skillet 10-inch cast-iron skillet recommended

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, combine buttermilk and egg, beating until well integrated.
  3. Fold in chopped onion (and jalapeños if using) into the dry mixture, followed by the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. In a deep skillet, heat about two inches of vegetable oil over medium heat.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown on all sides.
  6. Remove hush puppies from oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve hot, optionally with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Hush puppies are best served immediately after frying for optimal crispness.