Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe
Do you love crispy, golden snacks? Then you need this Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Deep fryer or heavy pot
- Whisk or wooden spoon.
- Small cookie scoop or spoons.
- Paper towels
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups self-rising cornmeal.
- 0.5 cups self-rising flour.
- 0.5 teaspoons salt.
- 1 tablespoon sugar.
- 1 small white onion finely diced.
- 1 large egg beaten.
- 1 cup buttermilk.
- Peanut oil for frying.
Instructions
- Fill your pot with 3 inches of oil. Heat it to 350 degrees.
- Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, and salt together.
- Stir in the egg, buttermilk, and onions. Mix until just combined.
- Let the batter sit for five minutes. This helps the texture.
- Use a scoop to drop balls into oil. Do not crowd the pot.
- Fry for about 3 minutes. Turn them for even browning.
- Remove with a slotted spoon. Place on paper towels.
Notes
- Use cold buttermilk for the best texture.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Overmixing makes them tough.
- Keep your oil temperature steady.
- If the oil is too cold, they get greasy.
- Use a small scoop for uniform sizes.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for spice.
- Serve them while they are still hot.