Crispy Southern Hush Puppies Recipe

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
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 small sweet onion (finely chopped)
• vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and spices until combined. In a separate medium mixing bowl, beat together the egg and buttermilk until the egg is completely mixed in.

2. 2

   Pour the buttermilk mixture into the bowl with the cornmeal mixture and mix together with a silicone spatula until just combined, or no more dry cornmeal and flour are visible. Lastly, fold in the chopped onions with the spatula.

3. 3

   Add enough oil to a 5 to 6-quart Dutch oven to come up the sides 3 inches. Het the oil over medium-high heat until it has reached 365°F (185°C).

4. 4

   Using a tablespoon size cookie scoop or two tablespoons, drop balls of batter into the hot oil in batches, about 6-7 at a time. Fry the hush puppies for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown, flipping frequently to make sure all sides get evenly browned.

5. 5

   Use a slotted spoon to transfer the hush puppies from the oil to a paper towel-lined plate. Allow the hushpuppies to cool enough to handle and enjoy!