Southern Style Hush Puppies
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Southern Style Hush Puppies are the epitome of classic Southern comfort food. Made with a flavorful blend of yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a hint of sugar, these golden bites feature a touch of onion powder and fresh green onions for an irresistible pop of savory goodness. Buttermilk and an egg create the perfect moist and fluffy texture, while frying in hot oil ensures a beautifully crisp exterior. Ready in just 25 minutes, these hush puppies are the perfect side dish to fried seafood, barbecue, or a bowl of hearty chili. Serve them warm and watch them disappear at your next family gathering, fish fry, or potluck! Keywords: Southern hush puppies recipe, crispy hush puppies, classic Southern side dish, buttermilk hush puppies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and onion powder.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and large egg until well combined.
Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the chopped green onions gently.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pan or dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). It's important the oil is at the right temperature to achieve crispy puppies.
Using two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized dollops of batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Work in batches if necessary.
Fry the hush puppies for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the hush puppies from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the hush puppies warm and enjoy as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.6 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 515 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 137 mg | 3% | |
*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.
