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Homemade Hush Puppies

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Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these classic Southern hush puppies are a perfect side dish for fried fish or barbecue.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir in the chopped onion.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the beaten egg and buttermilk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 365°F (185°C).
  6. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  7. Fry hush puppies until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  8. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add finely chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter. Serve hush puppies warm with tartar sauce or honey butter.

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