Jul 14 2026

Hush Puppies Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Hush Puppies Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

For Frying

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Onion

    Peel and finely chop the medium onion. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until smooth. Add the chopped onion to the mixture.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

  2. 5

    Heat the Oil

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

  3. 6

    Fry the Hush Puppies

    Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, carefully drop tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown on all sides.

  4. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the hush puppies from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, with your choice of dipping sauce.

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