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hush puppies

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on May 14, 2020

These southern Hush Puppies are crispy on the outside and soft and tender in the center. They are easy to prepare and quick to come together. They can be mixed and ready for the fryer in less than ten minutes.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Deep Fry
yield 20 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cajun or creole seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons grated onion
  • oil for frying (canola, vegetable or peanut)

How To Make hush puppies

  • Step 1
    Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, Cajun seasoning and salt.
  • Step 2
    In a separate medium bowl add your milk and vinegar; let sit 5 minutes. Whisk in vegetable oil, egg and onion. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix just until incorporated.
  • Step 3
    Heat oil to 365 degrees. Using two small spoons; scoop a rounded spoonful on to one spoon and gently push it off with the second spoon. Fry for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve promptly.
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