DOWN HOME HUSH PUPPIES

Down Home Hush Puppies image

Hush puppies is a classic side served at many get-togethers in the south. The sweet and spicy flavor has delighted friends and family for decades.-Gene Pitts, Wilsonville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large onion, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk
Canola oil

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients. Add egg and buttermilk; stir until dry ingredients are moistened. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes. Do not stir again. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat 2-3 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.