Buttermilk Hush Puppies

Vegetarian
Buttermilk Hush Puppies
45 min.
60
167kcal

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If you’re looking for a mouthwatering side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Southern meals, look no further than Buttermilk Hush Puppies! These delightful golden-brown bites are not only vegetarian but also packed with flavor, making them a fantastic addition to any gathering or family dinner. With a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, they bring the comfort of traditional Southern cooking right to your table.

Made from simple ingredients, including tangy buttermilk and self-rising cornmeal, these hush puppies are incredibly easy to whip up. The grated onion adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor, while a hint of pepper elevates the taste. Plus, if you're feeling adventurous, you can spice things up by tossing in some jalapeño for an extra kick!

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a generous batch that serves up to 60 people, making it the perfect choice for parties, potlucks, or backyard barbecues. Indulge in the satisfying crunch of freshly fried hush puppies that will have your guests coming back for seconds. So heat up that oil in your Dutch oven, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a delectable side that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • cups buttermilk 
  • cups self-rising cornmeal white
  • large eggs 
  • large onion grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups self-rising flour 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 60 servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients; stir in onion and, if desired, jalapeo.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk and egg; add to flour mixture.
  3. Pour oil to a depth of 3 inches in a Dutch oven; heat to 37
  4. Drop batter by level tablespoonfuls into oil; fry, in batches, 5 to 7 minutes or until golden.
  5. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

Calories167kcal
Protein3.48%
Fat78.05%
Carbs18.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.78
Glycemic Load
2.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.8443478617979%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:167.35kcal
8.37%
Fat:14.68g
22.59%
Saturated Fat:2.37g
14.81%
Carbohydrates:7.82g
2.61%
Net Carbohydrates:7.12g
2.59%
Sugar:0.66g
0.73%
Cholesterol:3.98mg
1.33%
Sodium:29.36mg
1.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.47g
2.95%
Vitamin K:25.84µg
24.61%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
7.98%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.66%
Selenium:2.22µg
3.17%
Phosphorus:28.08mg
2.81%
Fiber:0.7g
2.79%
Magnesium:8.85mg
2.21%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.99%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
1.97%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.69%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.65%
Iron:0.27mg
1.47%
Potassium:43.47mg
1.24%
Calcium:11.54mg
1.15%
Copper:0.02mg
1.15%
Folate:4.34µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes