Hush Puppy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
• 1 1/2 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 medium sweet onion (finely diced)
• 1 cup buttermilk (well shaken)
• 1 large egg
• 4-6 cups peanut oil or vegetable oil for frying
• honey, butter, comeback sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, use a whisk to sift together all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, seasoned salt, granulated garlic, paprika and baking soda.

2. 2

   Add the onion, then stir to evenly distribute.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients adding wet ingredients. Stir with a silicone spatula until fully moistened.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a Dutch oven or heavy bottomed pot to 350-360°F. Use a small scoop (1 1/2 Tbsp) to divide the hush puppy batter, carefully dropping into the hot oil.

5. 5

   Fry in batches for around 2 minutes per side or until golden, turning as needed for even browning.

6. 6

   Remove from oil using a slotted spoon or stainless steel spider to a paper towel lined baking sheet in a single layer.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with honey, butter or Southern Comeback Sauce for dipping.