Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe
If you love crispy Southern side dishes, this Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe is a must-try. These golden bites are crunchy outside and soft inside.
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Heat the Oil
- Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan. Heat it to 350°F.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and pepper.
Add Onion
- Stir chopped onions into the dry mixture.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk and melted butter.
Combine Everything
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until a thick batter forms.
Scoop the Batter
- Use a spoon or scoop to drop small portions into hot oil.
Fry Until Golden
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown.
Remove and Drain
- Take hush puppies out using a slotted spoon. Place them on paper towels.
Serve Warm
- Serve immediately while crispy and fresh.
Notes
- Add jalapeños for spice.
- Use sweet onions for milder flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Keep oil temperature steady.
- Add shredded cheese for extra flavor.
- Serve with honey butter.
- Use self-rising cornmeal if preferred.