These air fryer hush puppies are a wonderful twist on the traditional deep-fried Southern treat. They are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy this classic dish without the guilt of excessive oil. Serve them as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a snack. These hush puppies are so addictive, you won't be able to stop at just one!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil spray
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, diced onion, diced bell pepper, chopped parsley, and egg.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Spray the air fryer basket with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of the hush puppy batter into the air fryer basket, spacing them apart.
- Cook in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, or until the hush puppies are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the hush puppies from the air fryer and transfer to a serving dish.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish to complement a meal.
