Best Mexican Hush Puppies Recipes

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JALAPENO HUSHPUPPIES



Jalapeno Hushpuppies image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 36 hushpuppies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 quarts peanut oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (7-ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers, drained or 3/4 cup fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
1 (15-ounce) can creamed corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Paula Deen's Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce, for dipping, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven.
  • In a 1-quart mixing bowl, stir the cornmeal, flour, onion, jalapeno, corn, and eggs, until blended. Allow to stand 5 minutes.
  • Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd; leave room for the hushpuppies to be turned. Cook the hushpuppies until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep the cooked hushpuppies warm in an oven while cooking the remaining batter. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste, and transfer them to a serving dish. Serve with Paula Deen's Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce, if desired.

HUSH PUPPIES



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A fish dinner isn't complete without a side of hush puppies, and my mom is well-known for this recipe. It's the best! -Mary McGuire, Graham, NC

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg, milk and onion; add to dry ingredients just until combined. , In a cast-iron Dutch oven or an electric skillet, heat oil to 365°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 2-1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MEXICAN HUSH PUPPIES



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My sister made these on New Year's Eve. Everyone loved them. I got her recipe and tweaked it a little to my liking. Hope you like it, too.

Provided by Michelle Bersani =^..^= @kitikat

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup(s) yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup(s) all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/8 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper, powdered ( can also use red pepper flakes, if you prefer)
8 ounce(s) pepper jack cheese, shredded
1 can(s) choppped green chiles, mild, drained
2 tablespoon(s) red onion, minced
1 - egg
1/2 cup(s) milk
- vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in a large bowl; make a well in center of mixture.
  • Combine egg and milk.
  • Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
  • In a dutch oven, pour about 3 inches of oil. Heat to 375F.
  • Carefully drop batter by rounded tablespoonsful into hot oil.
  • Fry a few at a time 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve while hot with any dip or sauce you prefer.

QUICK JALAPENO HUSH PUPPIES



Quick Jalapeno Hush Puppies image

The crunchy exterior of these southern-style snacks is a nice contrast to the moist cornbread. Jalapeno peppers and hot sauce add a hint of heat. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, jalapenos, onion and hot sauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined., In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil to 375°. Drop tablespoons of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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