Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJan's River RestaurantCrispy Hushpuppies Recipe

Crispy Hushpuppies Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Golden-brown hushpuppies, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

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Ingredients

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Hushpuppy Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Add wet ingredients

    Add the chopped onion, buttermilk, and beaten egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should be thick.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil

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

  4. 4

    Fry the hushpuppies

    Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Drain and serve

    Remove the hushpuppies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

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