Vegan Classic Southern Hushpuppies
Get ready to savor the soul-satisfying, crispy goodness of Vegan Classic Southern Hushpuppies! This plant-based twist on the beloved Southern staple features a perfect balance of savory cornmeal, finely chopped onions, and a touch of maple syrup for subtle sweetness. The secret lies in the vegan buttermilk substitute made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar, which delivers moist and fluffy interiors encased in a golden, crunchy crust. Made to perfection in hot vegetable oil, these hushpuppies are ideal as a side dish, appetizer, or indulgent snack. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Southern flavors with a vegan spin. Perfect for dinner parties, barbecues, or comfort food nights, these hushpuppies will leave your taste buds dancing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 2 cups Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the unsweetened almond milk with the apple cider vinegar. Set aside to let it curdle for about 5 minutes, creating a vegan buttermilk substitute.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the chopped onion to the dry ingredients and stir to distribute evenly.
Pour the vegan buttermilk and maple syrup into the dry mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick.
In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). The oil should be deep enough to fully submerge the hushpuppies.
Using a tablespoon or a small ice cream scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
Once fried, remove the hushpuppies from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve warm as a delightful side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 110 mg | 2% | |
*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.
