Creole Hush Puppies
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold Louisiana flavors, Creole Hush Puppies are the ultimate Southern comfort food. Made with a blend of cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, and a hint of paprika, these deep-fried bites are seasoned to perfection and studded with fresh green onions for a savory twist. The batter combines tangy buttermilk, a touch of hot sauce, and just the right amount of spice, creating a fluffy interior encased in a crunchy exterior. Perfect as a side dish for seafood boils, barbecues, or any Creole-inspired meal, these easy-to-make hush puppies take only 25 minutes from prep to plate. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that captures the spirit of the South in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 Green onions, finely chopped
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until fully combined.
Add the chopped green onions to the dry mixture and stir to distribute them evenly.
In a separate measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a deep-frying thermometer to maintain the correct temperature.
Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, carefully drop tablespoon-sized dollops of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
Cook the hush puppies for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish to complement any Creole-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 968.4 g | 1242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.8 g | 709% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 3183 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.7 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 799 mg | 17% | |
*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.
