Hush Puppies Ala Nita
Get ready to savor the Southern charm of "Hush Puppies Ala Nita" — a crispy, golden-brown delight that's the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Made with a rich mixture of yellow cornmeal, buttermilk, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, these hush puppies are elevated by the addition of finely chopped yellow onion for a savory kick. Fried to perfection in bubbling hot oil, the exterior is wonderfully crisp, while the inside stays tender and fluffy. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a classic side dish for barbecue or seafood feasts. Serve them warm with honey butter or tartar sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear! Keywords: Southern hush puppies, crispy fried hush puppies, easy hush puppy recipe, hush puppies with onion, best side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick but slightly lumpy.
Fold in the finely chopped onion to evenly distribute it throughout the batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 365°F (185°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure an even frying temperature.
Using two spoons or a small scoop, carefully drop 1- to 2-tablespoon portions of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes per side, turning as needed, until they are golden brown and crisp on all sides.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate or baking rack to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer, optionally paired with honey butter or tartar sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 980.8 g | 1257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.2 g | 761% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2347 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.7 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
