Best 8 Jalapeno Hushpuppies Recipes

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**Jalapeno Hushpuppies: A Spicy Southern Treat**

Hushpuppies, those delectable balls of fried cornmeal, are a classic Southern side dish that can elevate any meal. But why settle for ordinary hushpuppies when you can add a kick of heat with jalapenos? The combination of creamy cornmeal, sweet onion, and spicy peppers creates a flavor explosion that will keep you coming back for more. This article presents a collection of jalapeno hushpuppy recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. From traditional recipes to gluten-free and vegan options, we've got you covered. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these fiery little gems that are perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or as a delightful addition to your weeknight dinner table.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK JALAPENO HUSH PUPPIES



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The crunchy exterior of these southern-style snacks is a nice contrast to the moist cornbread. Jalapeno peppers and hot sauce add a hint of heat. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, jalapenos, onion and hot sauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined., In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil to 375°. Drop tablespoons of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES



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Jalapeno Hushpuppies - These spicy little-fried nuggets of cornmeal are the perfect companion to any fried fish!

Provided by Don't Sweat The Recipe

Categories     Appetizer     Bread

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cornmeal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup diced onion
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped jalapeno peppers ((as desired))
canola or vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Whisk together the eggs and buttermilk, in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, then add the onion and jalapenos and stir until incorporated and the batter is thick.
  • In a heavy-bottomed pot (Dutch oven) or deep fryer, heat enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 360 degrees F.
  • Working in batches, drop the batter, 1 tablespoon (I use a cookie dough scoop) at a time, into the oil, being careful to not overcrowd the pot. Fry until deep golden on all sides, turning in the oil for even cooking, about 5 minutes. Transfer the hush puppies to a paper towel-lined dish and sprinkle with salt (if desired) while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 239 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 30m

Yield about 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

Peanut oil, for frying (about 1 1/2 quarts)
1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 onion, chopped
1 7-ounce can diced jalapeno peppers, drained (or 6 fresh jalapenos, seeded if desired, and diced)
1 15-ounce can creamed corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour about 1 1/4 inches of peanut oil into a deep-fryer or Dutch oven; heat over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Combine the cornmeal, flour, onion, jalapenos, corn and eggs in a mixing bowl; stir until blended. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Working in batches, drop the batter by teaspoonfuls into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd the pot; leave room for the hushpuppies to be turned. Cook until golden brown, turning, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while frying the remaining batter. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and transfer to a serving dish. Serve with hot sauce.
  • If you can't find self-rising cornmeal, use 1 1/4 cups plus 2 1/2 tablespoons regular cornmeal, 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder and 3/4 teaspoon salt.

PAULA DEEN'S JALAPEñO HUSH PUPPIES RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Paula Deen's Jalapeño Hush Puppies Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by grinder

Number Of Ingredients 16

HUSHPUPPIES:
1 1/2 quarts peanut oil for frying
1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 cup onion, chopped
7 ounces canned diced jalapeño peppers or
3/4 cup fresh jalapeños, seeded and diced fine
1 can creamed corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, freshly ground
SWEET & SPICY CHILI SAUCE:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon garlic-chili sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oil to 350°F. in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven. In a 1-quart mixing bowl, stir cornmeal, flour, onion, jalapeño, 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. CHILI SAUCE: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, garlic-chili sauce and red pepper flakes. Stir well, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

BACON CHEDDAR JALAPEñO-STUFFED HUSH PUPPIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño-Stuffed Hush Puppies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeñoes, bacon, yellow cornmeal, all purpose flour, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cayenne pepper, buttermilk, egg, yellow onion, oil

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapeñoes, seeded, minced
1 pack bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 ½ cups yellow cornmeal
½ cup all purpose flour
3 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons sugar
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1 yellow onion, grated
oil, to fry

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and bacon, and use a hand mixer to blend until combined.
  • Using a teaspoon, scoop out the cream cheese mixture and roll into a ball. Place onto a parchment paper-lined sheet tray and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • In a bowl, add the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and cayenne pepper, and whisk to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, add the buttermilk, egg, and onion, and stir until combined.
  • Slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a pot of oil to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Dip the cream cheese balls into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated on all sides.
  • Add the hush puppies to the oil and fry until golden brown on all sides.
  • Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel lined-plate to drain.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 6 grams

JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 36 hushpuppies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 quarts peanut oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (7-ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers, drained or 3/4 cup fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
1 (15-ounce) can creamed corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Paula Deen's Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce, for dipping, optional

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.

JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES



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Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking," by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     appetizer

Yield about 1 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoons hot sauce
1/4 cup minced onions
2 fresh jalapenos, minced
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
Essence, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the fryer to 365 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, hot sauce, onions, and jalapenos, together. Stir in the eggs and milk. Mix until fully incorporated. Fry 1 tablespoon of the batter at a time. Fry the hushpuppies for 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown. Stirring constantly will ensure over-all browning. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate. Season with Essence.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.

JALAPENO HUSH PUPPIES



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Whenever we have a neighborhood fish fry, these hush puppies are part of the menu. They're crisp and golden with just a mild pepper flavor.-Mary K. Dixson, Decatur, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3-1/2 to 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup self-rising flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup milk
1/2 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon diced jalapeno pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg, milk, onion and jalapeno; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry for 2 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh jalapeños for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh jalapeños, you can use canned or pickled jalapeños, but be sure to drain them well before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the hushpuppies tough.
  • Fry the hushpuppies in hot oil. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
  • Serve the hushpuppies hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for hushpuppies include ranch dressing, tartar sauce, and honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Jalapeño hushpuppies are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a snack. With their spicy flavor and crispy texture, jalapeño hushpuppies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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