Buttermilk Hush Puppies

Buttermilk Hush Puppies - A Southern Delight
Buttermilk Hush Puppies are a classic Southern dish that is loved by all. These crispy, golden-brown balls of goodness are perfect as a snack or as a side dish. The combination of buttermilk and cornmeal gives them a unique flavor and texture that is hard to resist. In this recipe, we will show you how to make Buttermilk Hush Puppies that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the hush puppies. If the oil is not hot enough, the hush puppies will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Use a cookie scoop or a spoon to drop the batter into the hot oil. This will help you get evenly sized hush puppies.
- Don't overcrowd the pan while frying. This will lower the temperature of the oil and make the hush puppies greasy.

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4. Stir in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
6. Use a cookie scoop or a spoon to drop the batter into the hot oil, one tablespoon at a time.
7. Fry the hush puppies until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the hush puppies from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Buttermilk Hush Puppies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They have a golden-brown color and are shaped like small balls. The combination of buttermilk and cornmeal gives them a unique flavor that is slightly tangy and sweet. The chopped onions and bell peppers add a nice crunch and flavor to the hush puppies. They are perfect as a snack or as a side dish.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Side Dish
Main Ingredients: Cornmeal, Buttermilk, Onion