How to make hush puppies

Hush puppies are a classic Southern American dish made from cornmeal batter and deep-fried until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are typically served as a side dish or appetizer and are often paired with seafood or barbecue.

Here’s a recipe to make hush puppies:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of cornmeal
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 cup of chopped onion
• 1/2 cup of chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup of buttermilk
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and baking soda.
2. Stir in the chopped onions, green onions, and parsley until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk.
4. Gradually stir the egg mixture into the cornmeal mixture until a thick batter forms. You may need to add a little extra buttermilk if the batter is too dry.
5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F.
6. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside, flipping them over once or twice during cooking.
7. Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to transfer the hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. Serve the hush puppies warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, remoulade, or honey mustard. Enjoy!