Favorite Hush Puppies

Golden, crispy, and bursting with Southern charm, these Favorite Hush Puppies are the perfect side dish or snack to complement any meal. Made with a blend of cornmeal and flour, these light and fluffy fritters are sweetened with a touch of sugar and seasoned with garlic and onion powder for an irresistible savory flavor. Finely chopped yellow onions add a subtle sweetness and texture, while buttermilk ensures a moist, tender crumb. Deep-fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil, these hush puppies turn out beautifully golden and crunchy on the outside while staying irresistibly soft on the inside. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re ideal for serving alongside fried seafood, barbecue, or a warm bowl of chili. Don’t forget to pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for the ultimate comfort food experience! Keywords: Southern hush puppies, crispy fritters, easy side dish, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.25 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until combined.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in the buttermilk.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Fold in the finely chopped yellow onion until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 5

In a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure precise temperature control.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Be sure not to overcrowd the fryer to maintain proper oil temperature.

Step 7

Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent.

Step 10

Serve the hush puppies warm as a side dish or snack, optionally with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1220.5 grams (1220.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7343

Total Fat 729.80g	936%
Saturated Fat 106.80g	534%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 233mg	78%
Sodium 1885mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 243.80g	89%
Dietary Fiber 17.20g	61%
Total Sugars 34.20g
Protein 31.70g	63%

Vitamin D 117IU	586%
Calcium 194mg	15%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 663mg	14%

*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: 85.6%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 12.7%