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Hushpuppies Recipe: Crispy Southern Delight
Golden, crispy, and irresistibly comforting — hushpuppies are the unsung heroes of Southern cooking. These deep-fried cornmeal balls are crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and packed with that signature savory flavor that makes them the perfect sidekick to fried catfish, barbecue, or a bowl of chili.
Whether you grew up with hushpuppies at every fish fry or you’re discovering them for the first time, this easy recipe brings the soul of the South right to your kitchen.
🧄 What Are Hushpuppies?
Hushpuppies are small, savory cornmeal fritters, typically deep-fried until golden brown. They originated in the American South and are often served with seafood or other fried dishes. The name? Legend has it hunters or cooks would toss these fried bits to barking dogs to “hush” them — and thus, hushpuppies were born.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal (preferably yellow)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a heavy pot or deep fryer, heat about 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar (if using), baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the chopped onion, egg, and buttermilk until a thick batter forms. Don’t overmix — just combine until everything comes together.
- Scoop and fry: Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop small mounds of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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