Jul 14 2026

Hush Puppies Recipe

Time30m
Serves10

10 pieces

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

For Frying

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Prepare Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined. Add the finely chopped onion and stir until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should be thick.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large, deep pot or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Fry Hush Puppies

    Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to crowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

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