Quick and Easy Hush Puppies

If you're in the mood for a Southern comfort food classic that's quick and easy to make, look no further than hush puppies. These deep-fried cornmeal fritters are a staple of Southern cuisine, often served as a side dish to accompany fried fish or barbecue. With their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, hush puppies are a delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Quick and Easy Hush Puppies
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

20

Yield:

20 servings

Ingredients

Quick and Easy Hush Puppies
2 (8.5 ounce) packages dry corn muffin mix (such as Jiffy®)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 eggs
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (14.75 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
1 pinch salt to taste

Directions

Quick and Easy Hush Puppies

Step 1

Mix corn muffin mix, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until blended.

Step 2

Stir eggs and evaporated milk into dry ingredients until moistened.

Step 3

Stir cream-style corn into mixture to make a moist batter. Let batter stand while oil heats.

Step 4

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 5

Gently drop a teaspoon of batter at a time into the hot oil, staying as close to the oil as possible to avoid splattering. Fry hush puppies until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch.

Step 6

Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Sprinkle with salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

176

Calories

9g

Fat

22g

Carbs

4g

Protein

Complement

Making hush puppies at home is surprisingly simple, requiring just a few basic ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether you're cooking up a batch for a casual weeknight dinner or a backyard cookout, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite. With its straightforward instructions and quick cooking time, you'll be enjoying hot, fresh hush puppies in no time. So, why not add a taste of the South to your menu with this quick and easy hush puppy recipe?