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Crispy Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

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These Crispy Southern Hush Puppies are golden, crunchy on the outside, and soft on the inside, packed with flavorful spices and sweet onion. A classic Southern fried side dish perfect for pairing with seafood, barbecue, or enjoying on their own.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 small sweet onion, finely chopped

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil (enough to fill Dutch oven 3 inches deep)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cracked black pepper, and cayenne pepper until fully combined.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, beat the large egg and buttermilk together until the egg is fully incorporated.
  3. Create Batter: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the cornmeal mixture. Gently fold with a silicone spatula just until the dry ingredients are moistened and no dry streaks remain. Fold in the finely chopped sweet onion, mixing evenly.
  4. Heat Oil: Add enough vegetable oil to a 5 to 6-quart Dutch oven to reach about 3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F (185°C), using a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
  5. Fry Hush Puppies: Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop 6 to 7 balls of batter into the hot oil at a time. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning frequently to ensure an even, golden-brown crust on all sides.
  6. Drain and Serve: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried hush puppies onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a crispy, flavorful side.

Notes

  • Maintain the oil temperature at 365°F for the crispiest results and to prevent greasy hush puppies.
  • Do not overmix the batter; folding until combined keeps the hush puppies tender.
  • Use fresh sweet onion for the best texture and mild sweetness.
  • Serve immediately for optimal crispness.
  • Leftover hush puppies can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.

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