Classic Hush Puppies Recipe

Enjoy the classic Southern taste with this easy and delicious hush puppies recipe. These golden-brown nuggets are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, perfect as a side dish or as a snack. This recipe takes just a few ingredients and can be whipped up in no time. Serve them along with fried fish or barbecue for a true Southern dining experience. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this traditional recipe that never gets old.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeno pepper
• 1 large egg, beaten
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, chopped onion, chopped jalapeno pepper, and beaten egg.
3. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, around 1 tablespoon each. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
6. Fry the hush puppies until golden brown, turning them occasionally, for about 2-3 minutes per batch.
7. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. Serve hot as a side dish or as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce.

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