Sanitary Fish Market Hush Puppies
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Sanitary Fish Market Hush Puppies are the perfect Southern side dish to elevate your seafood feast or barbecue spread. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, these hush puppies are lightly sweetened with a touch of sugar and seasoned with a hint of cayenne pepper for optional heat. Finely chopped onions and fresh chives add a savory depth to every bite, while the buttermilk ensures a moist and tender texture. Fried to perfection in hot oil until beautifully golden and crisp, these hush puppies come together in just 25 minutes, making them a quick and satisfying accompaniment for any meal. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect for seafood enthusiasts and fans of classic Southern cuisine, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
- 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in the buttermilk until combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the finely chopped onion and chives (if using) until evenly distributed.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep saucepan or dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
With a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully drop rounded spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry 5-6 hush puppies at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon, until the hush puppies are golden brown and crispy.
Use the slotted spoon to remove the hush puppies and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil stays at the correct temperature between batches.
Serve the hush puppies warm as a side dish with seafood, barbecue, or as a standalone snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 729.9 g | 936% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.8 g | 539% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 3576 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 754 mg | 16% | |
*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.
