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Ingredients
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Hush Puppy Mixture
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
- 3
Incorporate Fillings
Gently fold in the diced octopus and chopped scallions into the batter until evenly distributed.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Hush Puppies
Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the hush puppies from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with Kewpie mayonnaise and tonkatsu sauce for dipping.
