Jul 14 2026
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Hush Puppies Recipe

Inspired by The Shrimp Factory
Time30m
Serves4

House made sweet hush puppies served with our signature pimento cheese and candied ham

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Ingredients

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Hush Puppies

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Hush Puppy Batter

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

  2. 2

    Mix in Wet Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix the chopped onion, buttermilk, and beaten egg. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

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

  4. 4

    Fry the Hush Puppies

    Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Drain and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with pimento cheese and candied ham.

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