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Hush Puppies

Classic Southern cornmeal fritters with crispy exteriors and fluffy cornbread centers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup onion finely minced
  • 1 egg large
  • 0.75 cup milk or buttermilk
  • vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep skillet or fryer
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Add onion, egg, and milk to form batter.
  4. Rest batter briefly.
  5. Drop batter into hot oil and fry until golden.
  6. Drain and serve hot.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature for even frying.