Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe
Are you ready for the best Southern side dish? This Paula Deen Hush Puppies Recipe is truly legendary. It is crunchy on the outside.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Deep Fryer or Heavy Pot
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
- Small Cookie Scoop
Ingredients
- Self-rising cornmeal 1.5 cups
- Self-rising flour 0.5 cup
- Granulated sugar 1 tbsp
- Small onion finely chopped 1
- Large egg lightly beaten 1
- Buttermilk 1 cup
- Vegetable oil for frying 1 quart
Instructions
- Heat the Oil. Fill your pot with three inches of oil. Heat it to 350 degrees.
- Mix Dry Ingredients. Stir the cornmeal, flour, and sugar in a bowl.
- Add Wet Ingredients. Put in the egg, buttermilk, and chopped onions.
- Stir the Batter. Mix everything until it forms a thick, wet paste.
- Drop the Dough. Use a spoon to drop balls into hot oil.
- Fry Until Golden. Cook for three minutes until they turn dark gold.
- Drain and Cool. Place them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Notes
➔ Keep the oil temperature steady at 350 degrees for crispness.
➔ Do not overmix the batter or they will become tough.
➔ Use a small scoop for even cooking and pretty shapes.
➔ Grate the onions to distribute the flavor more evenly inside.
➔ Let the batter sit for five minutes before you fry.
➔ Fry only a few at a time to prevent sticking.