Hush Puppies
Created by Deblum on August 3, 2014
- Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 2m
- Recipe #13609
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow corn meal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Oil, for frying (vegetable oil is recommended)
How to Make
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Step 1: Combine the corn meal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
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Step 2: Separately mix the egg and buttermilk.
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Step 3: Combine the two to make a thick batter.
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Step 4: Put the batter into a large pastry tube or sealable freezer bag. If using the latter, use a scissors to cut off a corner so you can squeeze out the batter.
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Step 5: Heat oil in deep skillet or deep fryer to 350 degrees.
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Step 6: Squeeze out 2-inch lengths of batter into the oil. The hush puppies should be done a few at a time so the oil temperature doesn't lower and they don't touch as they cook. Total cooking time per 'pup is no more than 2 minutes.Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.