Hush puppies are delectable balls or cylindrical-shaped cornmeal fritters originating from the Southern United States. These golden-brown delights trace their roots back to Native American cuisine and have become a staple of Southern comfort food. Made with a blend of cornmeal, flour, and buttermilk, hush puppies are typically seasoned with onions, peppers, and a dash of spices, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.
Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or a delightful snack, hush puppies are a versatile culinary treasure. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey, exploring various hush puppy recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. From classic Southern-style hush puppies to vegan, gluten-free, and baked variations, we have a recipe for every palate. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and prepare to indulge in the irresistible charm of hush puppies.
SWEET ONION AND CATFISH HUSH PUPPIES WITH COMEBACK SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h
Yield 16 hush puppies
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- For the comeback sauce: Combine mayonnaise, sambal, ketchup, lemon juice, hot sauce, smoked paprika, Worcestershire, garlic powder, mustard, salt and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and everything is well incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- For the whipped sorghum butter: Add the butter, molasses and salt to a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, or to a medium bowl if you're using a hand mixer or whisk. Mix on medium speed until well-combined and the butter is lightened and fluffy.
- For the catfish: Combine the catfish with salt and sugar in a bowl. Refrigerate.
- For the hush puppies: Combine cornmeal with sugar, salt, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper and cayenne in a medium bowl. Whisk thoroughly to combine these dry ingredients. Whisk together the buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl until there are no specks of egg and it becomes a smooth and homogenous mixture.
- Retrieve the quick-cured catfish from the fridge, and add the catfish and diced onion to the dry ingredient mixture. Quickly stir together to coat the onion and catfish bits with cornmeal and spices. Add the buttermilk and egg and mix quickly with a spatula or wooden spoon until everything is well combined and the batter stiffens up pretty quickly as the cornmeal soaks up the buttermilk. Cover your batter and refrigerate for a few minutes while you prepare your pot for frying.
- Add vegetable oil to a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven no larger than 8 inches across-it's necessary for deep frying to have at least 2 inches of oil. Heat the oil over medium heat, bringing it up to 350 degrees F, using a thermometer to check the temperature. (If you don't have a thermometer, you can tell that the oil is ready when you add a small pinch of flour and it immediately sizzles and fries. You can fry without a thermometer if you're feeling bold, but just be careful that your oil doesn't get too hot or cold-you could either burn your hush puppies or end up with greasy ones-and no one wants that!)
- Once the oil is up to 350 degrees F, pull your batter from the fridge and begin to scoop it into the hot oil. We like to use a 3/4-ounce cookie scoop, but you could also use two spoons to scoop and drop roughly tablespoon-sized dollops into the hot oil. Fry as many hush puppies as comfortably fit into the pot at once-they should definitely have some room to expand and get crispy. It's okay to fry in several batches.
- Fry the hush puppies for 2 minutes, then turn them over and fry until golden brown and fluffy on the inside, another 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider, moving them to a plate or tray lined with paper towels to help drain any excess oil. Sprinkle the hush puppies with a little salt while they're still hot. Repeat this process until all your hush puppies are cooked and seasoned.
- Pile the hushpuppies into a dish for serving and garnish with a nice sprinkle of the chives. Serve them nice and hot with 1 cup comeback sauce and 1/4 cup whipped sorghum butter, or your favorite sauces.
HUSHPUPPIES
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
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.
SOUTHERN SWEET ONION HUSH PUPPIES
This classic Southern hush puppy recipe is made with cornmeal batter, diced sweet onions, and the perfect amount of sweetness. These hushpuppies are crispy and golden brown on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside and will become a new family favorite!
Provided by Ashley
Categories Appetizer Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and spices until combined. In a separate medium mixing bowl, beat together the egg and buttermilk until the egg is completely mixed in.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the bowl with the cornmeal mixture and mix together with a silicone spatula until just combined, or no more dry cornmeal and flour are visible. Lastly, fold in the chopped onions with the spatula.
- Heat oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it has reached 365 degrees Fahrenheit (185°C).
- Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or two tablespoons, drop balls of batter into the hot oil in batches, about 6-7 at a time. Cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the hush puppies from the oil to a paper towel-lined plate. Allow hushpuppies to cool enough to handle and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 Hushpuppies, Calories 148 kcal, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, Fat 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 232 mg, Fiber 1.4 g, Sugar 4.9 g
HUSH PUPPIES WITH ONIONS
Make and share this Hush Puppies With Onions recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nancy Sneed
Categories Breads
Time 16m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients, onion, and egg.
- add boiling water, stirring constantly until mixture is smooth.
- Add more water if necessary.
- Drop by spoonfuls into deep, hot oil.
- Cook until golden brown.
HUSH PUPPIES
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
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.
Tips:
- Utilize fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.
- Ensure the oil is adequately heated before adding the hush puppies to prevent them from absorbing excessive oil.
- Adjust the onion quantity based on personal preference for a more or less pronounced onion flavor.
- For a crispier exterior, fry the hush puppies in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
- Serve the hush puppies promptly after frying to maintain their crispy texture.
Conclusion:
These delectable hush puppies, infused with the sweet pungency of onions, offer a delightful culinary experience. Their crispy exteriors and fluffy interiors, coupled with the tangy dipping sauce, make them an irresistible accompaniment to any meal. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer, a side dish, or a quick snack, these hush puppies are sure to tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more.
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