Cajun Hush Puppies
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold Southern flavor, these Cajun Hush Puppies are the ultimate comfort food with a spicy twist. Made with a flavorful blend of cornmeal, buttermilk, and Cajun seasoning, each bite is perfectly balanced by the slight kick of fresh jalapeño and the savory touch of green onion. Deep-fried to perfection, these hush puppies boast a crunchy exterior and a tender, fluffy interior that will make them the star of any gathering. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack, especially when paired with a zesty remoulade or creamy ranch dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a taste of the South, this easy recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1 Egg
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 0.25 cup Green onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Jalapeño, finely diced
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and sugar.
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and stir in the buttermilk.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chopped green onion and diced jalapeño until evenly distributed.
In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a consistent temperature.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
Cook the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as remoulade, ranch, or honey butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 968.1 g | 1241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.6 g | 708% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 216 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 4823 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.3 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 866 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
