Hush Puppies Recipe With Corn And Jalapenos
If you love Southern food, then you must have heard of hush puppies. These small, deep-fried balls of cornmeal batter are a staple in Southern cuisine and are usually served as a side dish. They have a crispy texture on the outside and a soft, savory interior that is perfect for soaking up sauces and gravies.
While the traditional hush puppies are made with just cornmeal and flour, you can create your own versions by adding different ingredients. In this article, we'll share a mouth-watering recipe for hush puppies with corn and jalapenos that will elevate your taste buds to a whole new level.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of canned corn kernels, drained
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 of a medium-sized onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup of milk
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the canned corn, jalapeno pepper, and onion to the bowl and mix thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to 375°F.
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve the hush puppies hot as a side dish or as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the hush puppies. If it's not hot enough, the batter will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will develop the gluten in the flour and make the hush puppies tough and dense.
- If you don't have canned corn, you can use fresh or frozen corn kernels instead.
- If you want spicier hush puppies, leave the seeds in the jalapeno pepper or add more peppers.
Conclusion
With this recipe, you'll be able to create hush puppies that are bursting with flavor and texture. The addition of corn and jalapenos gives them a sweet and spicy kick that will keep you coming back for more. Serve them as a side dish, as an appetizer, or just as a snack - they're delicious any time of day.