Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
- Add the cornmeal and stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, buttermilk, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
- Hush puppies are a classic Southern dish, usually served as a side to seafood dishes like fried fish or shrimp.
- The original recipe for hush puppies didn't include any spices, but over time they have become more flavorful with the addition of spices like garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
- Hush puppies are traditionally made with cornmeal, but other grains like barley or oats can also be used.
