Hush Puppies Ala Nita

Get ready to savor the Southern charm of "Hush Puppies Ala Nita" — a crispy, golden-brown delight that's the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Made with a rich mixture of yellow cornmeal, buttermilk, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, these hush puppies are elevated by the addition of finely chopped yellow onion for a savory kick. Fried to perfection in bubbling hot oil, the exterior is wonderfully crisp, while the inside stays tender and fluffy. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a classic side dish for barbecue or seafood feasts. Serve them warm with honey butter or tartar sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear! Keywords: Southern hush puppies, crispy fried hush puppies, easy hush puppy recipe, hush puppies with onion, best side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick but slightly lumpy.

Step 4

Fold in the finely chopped onion to evenly distribute it throughout the batter.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 365°F (185°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure an even frying temperature.

Step 6

Using two spoons or a small scoop, carefully drop 1- to 2-tablespoon portions of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes per side, turning as needed, until they are golden brown and crisp on all sides.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate or baking rack to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer, optionally paired with honey butter or tartar sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1416.7 grams (1416.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9553

Total Fat 980.80g	1257%
Saturated Fat 152.20g	761%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 2347mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 257.70g	94%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 42.20g
Protein 30.50g	61%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 71mg	5%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 526mg	11%

*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: 88.4%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 10.3%