**Cheesy Deep-Fried Hush Puppies: A Southern Delight**
Hush puppies, those delectable balls of cornmeal goodness, find their roots in the Southern United States. While traditionally served as a savory side dish or appetizer, these golden-brown morsels take a delightful turn when infused with the gooey goodness of cheese. This curated collection of recipes offers a tantalizing array of cheesy hush puppy variations, each promising an explosion of flavor and texture that will leave you craving more. From classic Southern-style hush puppies to unique and innovative takes on this timeless dish, these recipes cater to every palate and occasion. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the fryer, and embark on a culinary journey that pays homage to this iconic Southern delicacy.
ACE CHAMPION
These Cheesy Jalapeno Hush Puppies are deep-fried to golden perfection, made with a mouthwatering seasoned batter, a 2-year aged cheddar, fresh jalapenos and more. You'll never make boring hush puppies again after trying these bite-sized flavor explosions! Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here!
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Time 19m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1 Mix cornmeal, sugar, cajun seasoning, baking powder, and flour in a large bowl. 2 In a separate bowl add the eggs and whisk lightly, then add buttermilk, onion, bell pepper, Canadian bacon, garlic and chopped jalapenos and mix well. 3 Work into the dry mixture until well incorporated, then fold in the cheese. 4 With a melon scoop, drop scoopfuls of the mixture into hot oil, or in a cast iron skillet. 5 Deep fry until golden brown at a steady 350F. This should only take about 2 minutes or so. 6 Drain, and serve.
JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 36 hushpuppies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven.
- In a 1-quart mixing bowl, stir the cornmeal, flour, onion, jalapeno, corn, and eggs, until blended. Allow to stand 5 minutes.
- Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd; leave room for the hushpuppies to be turned. Cook the hushpuppies until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep the cooked hushpuppies warm in an oven while cooking the remaining batter. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste, and transfer them to a serving dish. Serve with Paula Deen's Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce, if desired.
DEEP-FRIED SOUTHERN HUSH PUPPIES
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a deep fryer or heavy, deep skillet, heat 2 to 3 inches of oil to 370 F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the self-rising cornmeal mix, self-rising flour, and onion. Add milk and egg and mix well.
- Let the batter stand at room temperature for 5 minutes.
- Drop the batter by tablespoons into the hot oil, careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the hush puppies in small batches until deep golden brown, turning several times to brown evenly. It'll take around 3 batches at 2 to 3 minutes each.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 584 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 27 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
HOMEMADE DEEP FRIED HUSH PUPPIES
Steps:
- Combine ingredientsPlace all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir by hand until well combined. Refrigerate mixture for at least 1 hour.
- Heat deep fryerHeat peanut oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. I highly recommend using a temperature controlled deep fryer opposed to a deep pot on the stove.I use the Farberware 4L Double Deep Fryer. Although it is exclusively available at Walmart this one here is very similar to the one I use.Tip: When taking the hot food out of the oil you'll want to be prepared. So, line a baking sheet with paper towels and then place a baking rack on top of that as set aside until ready to use.
- Scoop batterScoop up the batter with a cookie scoop and gently place the batter into the hot oil. I usually cook 5 to 7 at a time. Careful not overcrowd the batter in the fryer or you could have a mess on your hands.
- CookAllow the batter to cook in the hot oil for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. This recipe will make around 20 - 25 hush puppies.Keep an eye on those pups. If you're lucky you might even catch them doing somersaults in the hot oil. LOLTip: It's okay to flip them a few times with the spider strainer while frying, just be careful.
- Remove From OilCarefully remove hush puppies from oil with the spider strainer.Scoop out hush puppies and place them on the baking rack.Complete above steps until all batter is fried.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes. Serve as a side to fish and chips or whatever your little heart desires but most of all enjoy!
Tips:
- Use cold beer for a crispy batter: The carbonation in the beer helps to create a light and airy batter. Chilling the beer before using it helps to keep the batter cold, which results in a crispier hush puppy.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the hush puppies tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Fry the hush puppies in hot oil: The oil should be at least 350 degrees Fahrenheit before frying the hush puppies. This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the hush puppies from becoming greasy.
- Drain the hush puppies on paper towels: After frying, drain the hush puppies on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the hush puppies hot: Hush puppies are best served hot and fresh out of the fryer. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, tartar sauce, or honey mustard.
Conclusion:
Cheesy deep-fried hush puppies are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day gatherings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious hush puppies that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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