Hush Puppies recipe

Hush puppies are a classic Southern dish made from deep-fried cornmeal batter. Here’s a basic recipe for making delicious hush puppies:

Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 egg
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Add Onion: Stir in the chopped onion.

Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.

Mix Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but drop easily from a spoon. If it’s too thick, add a little more buttermilk.

Heat Oil: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry Hush Puppies: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve: Enjoy the hush puppies warm with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside your main dish!

Feel free to adjust the seasoning or add extras like jalapeños or cheese to customize the flavor.