Indulge in the crispy, golden-brown goodness of Ree Drummond's hush puppies, a Southern delicacy that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized balls of fried cornmeal batter are a staple at fish fries and backyard barbecues, and they're incredibly easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a hot pot of oil, you can whip up a batch of these delicious hush puppies in no time. Whether you prefer them plain or dressed up with your favorite toppings, Ree's recipe has you covered. So gather your ingredients and get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food. In addition to the classic hush puppies, this article also includes recipes for variations such as spicy jalapeño hush puppies, cheesy bacon hush puppies, and even sweet apple hush puppies. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a hush puppy recipe that suits your taste.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HUSHPUPPIES
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat 2 inches peanut oil in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven to 375 degrees F. Whisk the cornmeal, flour, 1 teaspoon salt, the sugar, cayenne and paprika in a large bowl to get rid of the lumps. (No one likes a lumpy hushpuppy.) Mix in the remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine.
- Dip 2 spoons into a mug of water (this allows the batter to come clean off). Scoop up about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the batter and carefully slide it into the hot oil, working in batches. Fry the scoops of batter 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked all the way through (test the first one for doneness). Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined baking sheet, seasoning with salt as soon as they come out of the fryer.
HUSH PUPPIES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 3/4 cup cornmeal, 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar and 3/4 teaspoon each baking soda and salt in a bowl. Stir in 1 beaten egg, 1/2 cup each buttermilk and corn kernels, 1 minced jalapeno, 4 minced scallions, and pepper to taste. Deep-fry spoonfuls of the batter in 350 degrees F vegetable oil until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
HUSHPUPPIES
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings (2 dozen hushpuppies)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, dried onions, baking powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix. Next, add the hot water slowly until the mixture begins to thicken. The batter should be thick and start to rise quickly. Continue to mix and knead until the batter stops rising. Once the batter is thick enough, let it stand for 30 minutes before cooking.
- When ready to cook, add enough oil to a frying pan for the hushpuppies to be submerged. Heat over high heat to 350 degrees F. Use a spoon to carefully drop the batter into the oil. Make sure to spread them apart so they do not stick together. Fry until golden brown on all sides. (The hushpuppies will rise to the top of the oil, so make sure to turn them in the oil on all sides so they cook evenly.) Repeat with the remaining batter.
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.
ALMOST-FAMOUS HUSHPUPPIES
Ironically, one of the most popular dishes at the seafood chain Long John Silver's is a landlubber one: hushpuppies. The deep-fried cornmeal snacks gained a cult following soon after they debuted in 1977, and although two pups still come with every entrée, many diners end up ordering more on the side to get their fill. The recipe is a secret, but Food Network Kitchens created a perfect copy so you can make them at home. Beware: This recipe makes 30. Try not to eat them all at once.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield About 30 hushpuppies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the onion, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar and onion powder in a bowl. Whisk the egg and milk in another bowl. Whisk the egg mixture into the flour mixture until smooth. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 inches vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, carefully drop heaping tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes per batch (return the oil to 350 degrees F between batches). Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet using a slotted spoon. Sprinkle with salt. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
HUSHPUPPIES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield about 30 hushpuppies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Using a fine-meshed sieve over a large bowl, sift together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne. Using a rubber spatula, stir in the buttermilk, egg, and scallions, until a batter is formed. (Take care not to over-mix the batter or the hushpuppies will be dense.)
- Pour the oil for frying into a large heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of 2 inches. Place over medium heat and heat to 375 degrees F. Working in small batches, using a greased teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, turning once, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per batch. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the hushpuppies to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt. Serve immediately.
- Cook's Note: Using a greased spoon (vegetable oil spray works well) helps to release the batter from the spoon. Additionally, if you drop the batter off of the tip of the spoon it will form ball shapes; if dropped off the side it will form oblong shapes.
SARA EVANS' HUSH PUPPIES
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a deep saucepan, pour enough vegetable oil to come about 2 to 3 inches up the side of the pan. Heat oil to 365 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, egg, water, milk, sugar and salt with a whisk, whisking until just blended. Working in batches, drop batter into oil a tablespoon at a time, taking care not to overcrowd the pan and bring the oil temperature down too much. Fry hush puppies until cooked through and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Let oil return to 365 degrees F between batches.
HUSH PUPPIES
Simple yet good.
Provided by Brittney Tun
Categories Side Dish Hushpuppie Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
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
Tips:
- Use self-rising cornmeal: This is the key to making light and fluffy hush puppies. If you don't have self-rising cornmeal, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the hush puppies tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
- Let the batter rest: Letting the batter rest for 5-10 minutes will allow the cornmeal to absorb the liquid and make the batter thicker. This will help the hush puppies hold their shape when they're frying.
- Fry the hush puppies in hot oil: The oil should be hot enough so that the hush puppies sizzle when they're added to the pan. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Don't add too many hush puppies to the pan at once, or they won't cook evenly. Fry them in batches if necessary.
Conclusion:
Ree Drummond's hush puppies are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their crispy exterior and fluffy interior, these hush puppies are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious side dish, give Ree Drummond's hush puppies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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