How to Make Simple Hush Puppies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hush puppies are a classic Southern dish that are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a taste of the South. These deep-fried cornmeal fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect side dish for any meal. They are often served alongside fried fish or barbeque, but can also be enjoyed on their own as a delicious snack.

Despite their name, hush puppies actually have nothing to do with dogs. Some believe that the name comes from the tradition of using th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 1 cup baking mix
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 dozen hush puppies

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk milk, egg, and onion together in a bowl. Stir pancake mix, cornmeal, and salt into milk mixture to form a smooth batter.
  • Scoop ping pong ball-sized balls of batter using a small ice cream scoop; drop about 5 scoops per batch into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 61mg