Hushpuppies Recipe

Name: Hushpuppies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Peanut oil, for frying; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 3/4 cup self-rising flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 small Vidalia onion, finely grated; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

Peanut oil, for frying
1 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup self-rising flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 small Vidalia onion, finely grated
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

1
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.
2
(No one likes a lumpy hushpuppy.)
3
Mix in the remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine.
4
Dip 2 spoons into a mug of water (this allows the batter to come clean off).
5
Scoop up about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the batter and carefully slide it into the hot oil, working in batches.
6
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).
7
Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined baking sheet, seasoning with salt as soon as they come out of the fryer.
8
Photograph by David Malosh

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Peanut oil, for frying, 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 3/4 cup self-rising flour, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste, and more.

Yes, Hushpuppies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hushpuppies

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