Crispy Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

Posted on 2025-08-11

This southern treat will go well with almost any.

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Oil for frying

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Instructions

1. Mix the Batter:
2. In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. Stir in the chopped onion.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix it with buttermilk. Slowly pour this mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until combined but do not overmix.
5. Heat the Oil:
6. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Use enough oil to submerge the hush puppies.
7. Shape and Fry:
8. Use a spoon or ice cream scoop to drop small balls of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
9. Drain and Serve:
10. Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

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