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Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

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Southern Hush Puppies are crispy, golden-fried cornmeal balls infused with a touch of heat from jalapenos and a flavorful Creole seasoning. Perfect as a classic Southern side or appetizer, these flavorful bites are easy to make and best enjoyed fresh and hot.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal (yellow or white)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose Creole seasoning

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 large jalapeno, de-seeded & de-veined, finely diced
  • Canola oil for frying, about 3-4 cups (enough for 1 to 1 1/2 inches in depth)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven for Warming: Preheat your oven to 200℉ and prepare a wire baking rack lined with paper towels on a baking sheet. This will be used to keep the hush puppies warm after frying.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl or measuring cup, combine the self-rising cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, and Creole seasoning. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasoning.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Mix: Add the buttermilk, beaten egg, finely diced yellow onion, and finely diced jalapeno to the dry mixture. Stir just until combined to avoid overmixing. Allow the batter to rest while the oil heats to let flavors meld.
  4. Heat Oil for Frying: Pour 3-4 cups of canola oil into a large Dutch oven or cast iron skillet to a depth of about 1 to 1 1/2 inches. Heat over high heat until the oil reaches 365℉ or a pinch of cornmeal sizzles immediately upon contact.
  5. Fry the Hush Puppies: Using a cookie scoop, drop 8-10 spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides evenly. Adjust heat as necessary to maintain temperature; reduce to medium if needed during the first batch.
  6. Drain and Keep Warm: Transfer the golden brown hush puppies to the prepared wire rack to drain excess oil. Place the rack and tray into the preheated oven to keep warm while frying remaining batches.
  7. Serve: Serve the hush puppies hot and enjoy as a savory Southern treat alongside your favorite meal.

Notes

  • Make sure to maintain the oil temperature for even cooking and to prevent greasy hush puppies.
  • If you want extra heat, keep some jalapeno seeds in the batter.
  • You can prepare the batter ahead and keep it refrigerated for up to 2 hours before frying.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the hush puppies to the wire rack to let excess oil drip away.
  • Experiment with different seasonings like smoked paprika or cayenne for varied flavor profiles.

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