Pork Belly Hush Puppies Recipe
House-made hushpuppies, breaded and stuffed with pork belly and served with a jalapeño jelly for dipping.
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Ingredients
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Hush Puppies
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pork Belly
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pork belly until crispy. Drain excess fat and chop into small pieces.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk. Add the chopped green onions and cooked pork belly.
- 4
Mix Batter
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry Hush Puppies
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve warm with jalapeño jelly for dipping.
