Best 6 Heavenly Hush Puppies Recipes

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Hush puppies are delectable Southern-style cornmeal fritters that are a staple of soul food cuisine. These bite-sized morsels of fried goodness are traditionally served as a side dish to accompany savory main courses such as fried chicken, catfish, and barbecue. Their unique name is said to have originated from the notion that they were so irresistible, they would quiet even the most persistent complainer, rendering them "hush." This collection of heavenly hush puppy recipes offers a variety of options to suit every taste, from classic Southern hush puppies to creative twists with unique flavors and ingredients. Whether you prefer fluffy, crispy, or savory hush puppies, you'll find a recipe here that will tantalize your taste buds and make you the star of your next gathering. So, get ready to whip up a batch of these delightful hush puppies and experience a taste of Southern comfort food at its finest.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTHERN HUSHPUPPIES RECIPE



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Light and fluffy deep fried hushpuppies are a real treat when served with a plate of fish and seafood, or with some good old Southern barbecue. Easy to make.

Provided by Steve Gordon

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield Varies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup Self-Rising Flour
1/2 cup Self-Rising Corn Meal
1 Tablespoon granulated Sugar
1/2 teaspoon Salt
Warm water as needed.
Cooking oil for frying.

Steps:

  • Place flour in a medium sized mixing bowl.
  • Add the corn meal.
  • Add the sugar.
  • Add the salt.
  • Mix all the dry ingredients together.
  • Gradually add enough warm water to make a thick batter. Set aside.
  • Heat cooking oil in a deep pot until oil reaches 350F degrees for frying.
  • Scoop batter by the Tablespoonful and carefully drop into the hot oil.
  • Let the puppies cook until golden brown on the bottom.
  • Flip puppies over in the oil if they do not flip on their own.
  • Fry until golden brown all over.
  • Remove when done and place in a paper towel lined bowl to cool.
  • Enjoy!

HUSHPUPPIES



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Whip up this easy hush puppy recipe and enjoy these small, savory, deep-fried cornmeal balls. This Southern treat uses cornmeal, buttermilk, eggs and onion. Perfect alongside seafood. Serve with tartar sauce or an aioli for dipping.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup self rising flour
1 1/2 cups self rising cornmeal
6 cups vegetable oil - or as needed for frying
1 cup buttermilk
1 lightly beaten egg

Steps:

  • Using a large skillet, preheat oil for frying to 350 °F.
  • Using a mixing bowl, stir together the cornmeal, flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in the onion. In a small bowl, stir together the buttermilk and egg. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until blended. Drop the batter one teaspoon at a time into the oil. Dip the spoon in a glass of water after each hush puppy is dropped in the oil. Fry until golden brown, turning the hush puppies during the cooking process. Makes about 3 dozen hush puppies.

HUSH PUPPIES



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Simple yet good.

Provided by Brittney Tun

Categories     Side Dish     Hushpuppie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup self-rising cornmeal
½ onion, minced
½ cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 stalk celery, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch Cajun seasoning, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, cornmeal, onion, milk, egg, celery, garlic, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
  • Drop ping pong ball-sized balls of batter, about 5 at a time, into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 404.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

HUSH PUPPIES



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A fish dinner isn't complete without a side of hush puppies, and my mom is well-known for this recipe. It's the best! -Mary McGuire, Graham, NC

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg, milk and onion; add to dry ingredients just until combined. , In a cast-iron Dutch oven or an electric skillet, heat oil to 365°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 2-1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HEAVENLY HUSH PUPPIES



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This is my basic, quick and easy recipe for my hubby's favorite hush puppies. He says they're better than Long John Silver's. I named them Heavenly Hush Puppies because they are so light and airy, very tender and slightly sweet.

Provided by Tere Gill

Categories     Other Breads

Time 19m

Number Of Ingredients 7

peanut or vegetable oil for frying
1 large egg
1/3 c whole milk
1 box jiffy corn muffin mix
1/4 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp louisiana cajun seasoning
1/2 c sweet onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Gather and prep ingredients.
  • 2. Into a large dutch oven or stock pot, pour enough oil to fill about 1/3 of the way up to the top (do not overfill; you should have 3 to 4 inches of oil.) Position candy thermometer in oil. Place pot of oil over medium/medium high heat. Oil should be 350` to 375` during entire frying time, so keep a close eye on it. See NOTE.
  • 3. In a medium size bowl, mix together milk and egg; add muffin mix, flour, cajun seasoning and onions; mix to combine, just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • 4. Drop batter, by rounded soup spoonfuls, into hot oil. Do not overcrowd; fry in batches of 6 or 7 at a time, keeping a close eye on the oil temperature. As hush puppies brown, some may turn themselves over; if not use a slotted spoon or spider to flip them over. Hush puppies are done when they are a deep golden brown, about 3 minutes (or so) total frying time.
  • 5. Use slotted spoon or spider to remove hush puppies to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in plastic bag or covered container.
  • 6. *NOTE: If you have a deep fryer, by all means, use it.

VICKI'S HUSH PUPPIES



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Hush puppies are a good side for seafood.

Provided by VICKI C

Categories     Side Dish     Hushpuppie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs, beaten
½ cup white sugar
1 large onion, diced
1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup self-rising cornmeal
1 quart oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and onion. Blend in flour and cornmeal.
  • Heat 2 inches of oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls in hot oil, and fry until golden brown. Cook in small batches to maintain oil temperature. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

Tips:

  • Use cold beer or buttermilk for a crispy crust.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this will make the hush puppies tough.
  • Fry the hush puppies in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the hush puppies hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • You can use all-purpose flour instead of cornmeal, but the hush puppies will be less crispy.
  • Add some chopped onion, bell pepper, or jalapeño to the batter for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Conclusion:

Hush puppies are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like them crispy or soft, mild or spicy, there is a hush puppy recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give hush puppies a try.

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