Southern Fried Mud Puppies W Jalapeno Ranch Tartar Sauce Rsc

Crispy, golden, and bursting with Southern charm, these Southern Fried Mud Puppies with Jalapeño Ranch Tartar Sauce are the ultimate appetizer or snack. Made from a flavorful blend of cornmeal, smoked paprika, and buttermilk, these fried delights are given a zesty twist with fresh jalapeños and green onions folded right into the batter. Perfectly fried to a crunchy exterior while staying tender inside, they’re paired with a creamy, tangy jalapeño ranch tartar sauce that’s loaded with fresh dill, lime juice, and a hint of heat. Whether you’re hosting game night, a backyard gathering, or just craving something indulgent, these savory bites bring the perfect balance of spice, crunch, and cool to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 1 piece Large egg
• 0.5 cup Fresh corn kernels (optional)
• 0.25 cup Green onions, chopped
• 1 piece Jalapeño, finely diced
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Pickle relish
• 1 piece Jalapeño, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 3

Fold in the optional corn kernels, green onions, and diced jalapeño. The batter should be thick but slightly loose.

Step 4

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Use a tablespoon to drop small scoops of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Fry each batch for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the mud puppies are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7

For the tartar sauce, in a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh dill, pickle relish, minced jalapeño, garlic powder, lime juice, and salt. Stir until well combined and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 8

Serve the fried mud puppies warm with the jalapeño ranch tartar sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1834.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10295.0

Total Fat 1061.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 352.5mg	0%
Sodium 3035.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 44.3g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 136.2IU	0%
Calcium 384.4mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1158.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.8%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 9.7%