BACON FAT HUSH PUPPIES

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This recipe is from Paul Prudhomme's Louisiana Kitchen, published back in the early '80s and makes some of the best hushpuppies I have ever eaten; and I DO love good hush puppies.

Provided by Toby Jermain

Categories Deep Fried

Time 1h20m

Yield 30 hushpuppies, about

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup unbleached flour
1/2 cup cornflour (available at health food stores) or 1/2 cup masa harina (Mexican corn flour)
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, lightly crushed
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, lightly crushed
1/4 cup very finely chopped green onion (tops only)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons chicken fat or 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
peanut oil (for deep frying) or canola oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl, breaking up any lumps.
Stir in green onions and garlic, add eggs, and blend well.
In a small saucepan, bring milk and lard (or other fat) to a boil.
Remove from heat, and add to flour mixture, half at a time, stirring after each addition.
Refrigerate 1 hour.
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat 4" oil to 350 degrees F.
Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into the hot oil.
Do not crowd.
Cook until dark golden brown and cooked through, about 1 minute on each side.
Drain on paper towels.

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Abp New

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I've never heard of hush puppies before, but this recipe sounds interesting. I might have to try it.

Md Riyajul

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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too greasy.

Dani Pic

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I'm not a big fan of hush puppies, but this recipe has me intrigued. I might have to give it a try.

Wyatt Stange

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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to make it for my next party.

Jane Tempeltene

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I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try. I love hush puppies and I'm always looking for new recipes.

Danny Toole

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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so easy and delicious.

Munawar Chaudhary

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These hush puppies are the perfect comfort food. They're so warm and fluffy, and they just melt in your mouth.

Nishal amiirah

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I'm not a huge fan of hush puppies, but I really enjoyed these. They're so flavorful and addictive.

yohannes worknesh

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These hush puppies are amazing! I've never had anything like them before.

Jaminy mohon Ray

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I was looking for a new hush puppy recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. These hush puppies are delicious and they were a big hit with my family.

Elie Basua

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These hush puppies are so easy to make, even for a beginner cook like me. I'm definitely going to be making them again.

Sattar Khan

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I love that these hush puppies are made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.

Mariam Yousuf

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These hush puppies are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and they have a great flavor.

Hasin Shahid

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I was a bit skeptical about using bacon fat in hush puppies, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds a delicious smoky flavor that really takes them to the next level.