Jul 17 2026

Hush Puppies Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

crispy cornmeal fritters over blackeye pea salad, drizzled with hot honey

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Ingredients

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Hush Puppies

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In another bowl, combine buttermilk and beaten egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil

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

  3. 3

    Fry the hush puppies

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

  4. 4

    Drain and keep warm

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the hush puppies and drain them on paper towels. Keep warm while you prepare the salad.

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