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    January 16, 2023 — by Julie — Leave a Comment

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    Hush Puppies

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    These hush puppies are sweet, flavorful, and super crispy! Made with buttermilk, corn kernels, and Jiffy mix. Serve these as an appetizer, side, or snack!

    hush puppies on a small plate with sauce on the side.
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    1 WHAT ARE HUSH PUPPIES?
    2 WHAT CAN I SERVE THESE WITH?
    3 INGREDIENT NOTES
    4 TOP TIPS FOR THE PERFECT HUSH PUPPIES
    5 STORAGE
    6 MORE RECIPES YOU MIGHT ENJOY…
    7 Hush Puppies

    WHAT ARE HUSH PUPPIES?

    Hush puppies are deep-fried balls made from a cornmeal-based batter. They’re usually served with fried seafood or other fried foods and are super popular in the South.

    WHAT CAN I SERVE THESE WITH?

    I love serving these hush puppies with Southern fried shrimp, fried tilapia, and remoulade sauce. I highly recommend dipping these in a creamy sauce!

    INGREDIENT NOTES

    • Jiffy Mix – You’ll need one 8.5 oz of Jiffy corn muffin mix. Make sure to get the original and not the flavored varieties. Most grocery stores carry it in the baking aisle.
    • Buttermilk – If you don’t have buttermilk, use whole milk instead.
    • Corn Kernels – Fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels work for this recipe.
    • Old Bay Seasoning – I only used 1/2 teaspoon but feel free to adjust it to your liking.
    Jiffy mix, onion, egg, buttermilk, flour, corn, and old bay seasoning.

    TOP TIPS FOR THE PERFECT HUSH PUPPIES

    • The first time I made these, they were perfect on the outside but raw on the inside. To avoid that, fry these for 3-4 minutes on each side over medium heat, NOT high heat! If you’re using a deep fryer, cook these for 3-4 minutes total. 
    • I like my hush puppies on the sweet side but feel free to add extra old bay seasoning or salt for a more savory flavor. 
    • Feel free to include diced jalapenos for a kick! Just add them straight to the batter. 
    • Use an oil with a high smoke point such as canola or vegetable oil for best results. The best temperature to deep fry is between 350-375 degrees F. 
    • The second the hush puppies come out of the fryer or skillet, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to cool for a few minutes. If the inside is a bit moist, allow them to set for a few extra minutes. 
    • Serve warm!
    four photo collage showing how to make and fry hush puppies.

    STORAGE

    These hush puppies will last in the fridge for about 4 days. They also freeze really well. To reheat, place them on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees F. until warm and crisp.

    The inside of a hush puppy up close.

    MORE RECIPES YOU MIGHT ENJOY…

    • Corn Fritters
    • Air Fryer Crab Bites
    • Cheesy Jalapeno Corn Casserole
    • Cajun Fried Corn

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    hush puppies on a small plate with sauce on the side.

    Hush Puppies

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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Total Time: 11 minutes
    Servings: 15
    Calories: 76kcal
    Author: Julie Maestre
    These hush puppies are sweet, flavorful, and super crispy! Made with buttermilk, corn kernels, and Jiffy mix. Serve these as an appetizer, side, or snack!

    Ingredients

    • 8.5 oz Jiffy mix original flavor
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon old bay seasoning
    • 1 egg
    • ½ onion grated *about 1-2 tablespoons*
    • ⅓ cup buttermilk
    • ½ cup corn kernels
    • oil, for frying
    • remoulade sauce for dipping,optional

    Instructions

    • Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. and grate ½ an onion using a box grater. It should give you about 1-2 tablespoons.
    • In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, and grated onion. Mix until well combined.
    • Add the jiffy mix, flour, and old bay seasoning and mix until well combined. Fold in the corn kernels using a rubber spatula.
    • Drop batter by tablespoons into the hot oil and fry over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side. It's important that you don't fry them over high heat otherwise the outside will burn and the inside will be undercooked. If using a deep fryer, fry for 3-4 minutes total.
    • Serve warm and enjoy!

    Notes

    • The first time I made these, they were perfect on the outside but raw on the inside. To avoid that, fry these for 3-4 minutes on each side over medium heat, NOT high heat! If you’re using a deep fryer, cook these for 3-4 minutes total. 
    • I like my hush puppies on the sweet side but feel free to add extra old bay seasoning or salt for a more savory flavor. 
    • Feel free to include diced jalapenos for a kick! Just add them straight to the batter. 
    • Use an oil with a high smoke point such as canola or vegetable oil for best results. The best temperature to deep fry is between 350-375 degrees F. 
    • The second the hush puppies come out of the fryer or skillet, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to cool for a few minutes. If the inside is a bit moist, allow them to set for a few extra minutes. 
    • Serve warm!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg
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