Cornmeal Hush Puppies

Cornmeal Hush Puppies: A Delicious Southern Treat
Cornmeal Hush Puppies are a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. These crispy, golden-brown balls of cornmeal are a perfect appetizer or side dish that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Made with simple ingredients, this dish is easy to prepare and can be served in no time.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 cup of cornmeal
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the hush puppies. The ideal temperature is around 375°F.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form the hush puppies into balls. This will ensure that they are all the same size and cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the hush puppies. This will cause the temperature of the oil to drop and result in soggy hush puppies.

Cooking Process:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
3. Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
4. Fold in the chopped onion and green bell pepper.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
6. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form the cornmeal mixture into small balls and drop them into the hot oil.
7. Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning them occasionally.
8. Remove the hush puppies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
9. Serve the hush puppies hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Cornmeal 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 chopped onion and green bell pepper add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish. The taste is slightly sweet and savory, with a hint of cornmeal. These hush puppies are perfect as an appetizer or side dish and will leave your guests wanting more.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Side Dish

Main Ingredients:

- Cornmeal
- Onion
- Green Bell Pepper