Hush Puppies with Onions
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, these Hush Puppies with Onions are the ultimate Southern comfort food! Made with a perfect blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, these bite-sized fritters are elevated by the sweetness of finely chopped yellow onion and a touch of sugar. A dash of black pepper adds just the right kick, while buttermilk ensures a rich and tender interior. Light and airy yet packed with bold flavor, these hush puppies are deep-fried to perfection, creating a crunchy shell that contrasts beautifully with their soft, fluffy center. Whether you're serving them as a side dish for barbecue, seafood, or a holiday feast, or simply enjoying them as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce, these hush puppies are sure to become a crowd favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re a quick and satisfying addition to any meal. Perfect for fans of Southern cuisine, fried appetizers, or onion-based recipes, these hush puppies deliver big flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the buttermilk.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the batter dense.
Fold the finely chopped onion into the batter until evenly distributed.
In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil stays at a consistent temperature during frying.
Using two spoons or an ice cream scoop, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil. Be sure not to overcrowd the pot; fry in batches if necessary.
Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the hush puppies from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process until all the batter has been used.
Serve the hush puppies warm as a side dish or snack, with your favorite dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 968.3 g | 1241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.8 g | 709% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 783 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.
