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hush puppies

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

These delectable fried cornmeal hush puppies, also commonly referred to as red horse bread, are such a treat. With their crispy outer edges and lightly sweetened, soft, tender centers. It’s easy to see why they’re such a southern favorite. These are the best I have ever made or tried. I love to serve them with catfish, red beans and rice, and oven roasted corn. Maybe it has been quite some time since you have had any. Maybe it feels like forever. They really are so simple to mix together and fry up. I like to fry mine in my deep fryer, but you can also use a heavy stock pot with oil.

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

Ingredients For hush puppies

  • 1 c
    cornmeal
  • 1 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp
    sugar
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp
    cajun or creole seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 c
    milk
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    white vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 1 lg
    egg
  • 3 Tbsp
    grated onion
  • oil, for frying (canola, vegetable, or peanut)

How To Make hush puppies

  • 1
    In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • 2
    In a separate medium bowl, add the milk and vinegar; let sit for 5 minutes. Whisk in the vegetable oil, egg, and onion. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; mix just until incorporated.
  • 3
    Heat 1 1/2 inches of oil in a Dutch oven or heavy skillet to 365 degrees F. Using two small spoons, scoop a rounded spoonful onto 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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