Classic Hush Puppies

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Classic Hush Puppies
45 min.
8
230kcal

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Hush puppies are a classic Southern side dish, perfect for serving alongside fried fish or chicken. These golden, crispy fritters are made with a simple batter of cornmeal, flour, and a few basic pantry staples. The result is a delicious, savory treat with a soft, fluffy interior and a crunchy exterior.

This recipe for classic hush puppies is a must-try for anyone looking to add a tasty side dish to their repertoire. They are incredibly easy to make and can be on the table in under an hour. The batter comes together quickly, and frying the hush puppies gives them their signature crispy texture. Plus, the addition of onion, parsley, and a hint of hot sauce gives these fritters a savory flavor that's simply irresistible.

Whether you're a fan of Southern cuisine or just looking for a new side dish to try, classic hush puppies are sure to impress. They are a comforting and satisfying treat that can be served with a variety of mains. So, if you're ready to dive into a plate of these golden fritters, let's get started on this easy and delicious recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • servings canola oil for frying
  • 0.3 cup dehydrated onion fresh finely minced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon (omit if using buttermilk)
  • cup buttermilk (or buttermilk)
  • 0.5 teaspoon parsley finely minced
  • teaspoon hot sauce hot
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.5 cup flour whole wheat (can be flour too of course)
  • cups cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl

Directions

  1. In a cast iron skillet or a large heavy fry pan over medium-high heat, heat about 3 inches of oil to 350-360 F or until a small amount of batter dropped into the hot oil sizzles and floats
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients, parsley and onions.
  3. Add the lemon juice to the milk and set aside for 5 minutes (if using buttermilk omit the lemon juice).
  4. Add the egg and add to the milk, whisk to combine.
  5. Add 1 cup of the milk/egg mixture to the dry ingredients and combine to make a stiff batter (if the batter is too dry, add the rest of the milk; if the batter is too thin, add cornmeal). The batter should be thoroughly moistened, but should still hold a rounded shape on a spoon.Using a teaspoon, scoop up a heaping spoonful of batter and using another spoon (or fingertip) form into a rough ball and slide into the hot oil. Rinsing the spoon in cold water after every 3 balls makes forming them easier. Fry for approximately 5 minutes or until golden brown, turning to brown all sides.
  6. Remove from oil and place hushpuppies on paper towels; continue cooking the remaining batter. Keep warm in the oven until all the hushpuppies have been fried and dinner is ready to serve.
  7. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein10.36%
Fat24.46%
Carbs65.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.7
Glycemic Load
18.12
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.3939130434783%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:230.06kcal
11.5%
Fat:6.33g
9.74%
Saturated Fat:1.23g
7.66%
Carbohydrates:37.97g
12.66%
Net Carbohydrates:33.26g
12.09%
Sugar:3.32g
3.69%
Cholesterol:3.3mg
1.1%
Sodium:312.31mg
13.58%
Protein:6.04g
12.07%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.32%
Fiber:4.71g
18.83%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.28%
Phosphorus:149.96mg
15%
Magnesium:57.6mg
14.4%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.03%
Selenium:8.22µg
11.75%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.51%
Iron:1.51mg
8.42%
Copper:0.14mg
7.12%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7%
Potassium:226.87mg
6.48%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.09%
Folate:21.63µg
5.41%
Calcium:51.58mg
5.16%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.79%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.23%
Vitamin C:2.42mg
2.93%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.6%
Vitamin K:2.49µg
2.37%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.3%
Vitamin A:51.94IU
1.04%
Source:Foodista