Grandma's Hush Puppies
Crisp, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, Grandma's Hush Puppies are the perfect comfort food side dish that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the South. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, these traditional Southern fritters get an extra burst of flavor from finely chopped onion and the richness of buttermilk. Light and fluffy on the inside with a perfectly crisp exterior, they are fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil for that signature crunch. Whether paired with fried fish, barbecue, or enjoyed as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce, these homemade hush puppies are as nostalgic as they are delicious. Ready in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is simple to make and brings a taste of tradition to your table with every bite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 whole large egg
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped onion to the dry ingredients and toss to coat evenly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, beat the egg lightly and then stir in the buttermilk.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
Step 5
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil stays at the correct temperature throughout frying.
Step 6
Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized dollops of batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the skillet to avoid lowering the oil temperature.
Step 7
Fry the hush puppies for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crisp on all sides.
Step 8
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 9
Repeat with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil heats back to 350°F (175°C) between batches.
Step 10
Serve the hush puppies warm with your choice of dipping sauce or alongside a main dish like fried fish or barbecue.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1513.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 9163.8 |
| Total Fat 963.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 141.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 206.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2356.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 200.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.1g | |
| Protein 30.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 136.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 272.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 739.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories