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Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

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Southern Hush Puppies are classic deep-fried cornmeal balls with a flavorful twist of Creole seasoning, jalapeno, and sweet onion. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these golden bites are perfect as a side or snack, embodying traditional Southern comfort food.

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 & Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 large jalapeno, de-seeded and de-veined, finely diced

For Frying

  • Canola oil, about 4 cups

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 200℉ to keep the hush puppies warm after frying. Prepare a wire baking rack lined with paper towels on a baking sheet.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl or measuring cup, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and Creole seasoning thoroughly.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk, beaten egg, diced onion, and diced jalapeno into the dry mixture until just combined. Allow the batter to rest while you prepare the oil.
  4. Heat oil: In a large Dutch oven or cast iron skillet, heat 3-4 cups of canola oil to about 365℉ (or until a tiny pinch of cornmeal sizzles on contact). Maintain roughly 1 to 1 1/2 inches of oil depth for frying.
  5. Fry hush puppies: Using a cookie scoop, drop 8-10 portions of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve an even golden brown crust. Adjust the heat as necessary to maintain oil temperature, generally lowering to medium heat after the first batch.
  6. Drain and keep warm: Transfer the cooked hush puppies to the prepared wire rack to drain excess oil, then place the rack in the preheated oven to keep them warm while you fry the remaining batches.
  7. Serve: Serve the hush puppies hot for the best taste and texture. Enjoy your authentic Southern treat!

Notes

  • Ensure the jalapeno is de-seeded and de-veined for milder heat; keep seeds if you prefer spicier hush puppies.
  • Maintain the oil temperature to avoid greasy or undercooked hush puppies.
  • Use a wire rack lined with paper towels to properly drain excess oil without making the hush puppies soggy.
  • Creole seasoning adds a distinct Southern flavor but can be substituted with Cajun seasoning if preferred.

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