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Jane Burbank’S Hushpuppies

Jane Burbank's Hushpuppies (Florida Cooking recipe image
These classic Florida-style hushpuppies are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Made with a blend of self-rising cornmeal, flour, and pancake mix, they offer a delightful contrast between a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a soft, savory interior. The addition of diced onion and a lightly beaten egg ensures a moist texture and rich flavor. Traditionally fried in fish drippings for an authentic Southern taste, these bite-sized treats are versatile enough to pair with seafood, barbecue, or as a standalone snack. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings home-style warmth to any meal.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 51.6
Description
These classic Florida-style hushpuppies are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Made with a blend of self-rising cornmeal, flour, and pancake mix, they offer a delightful contrast between a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a soft, savory interior. The addition of diced onion and a lightly beaten egg ensures a moist texture and rich flavor. Traditionally fried in fish drippings for an authentic Southern taste, these bite-sized treats are versatile enough to pair with seafood, barbecue, or as a standalone snack. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings home-style warmth to any meal.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Self-rising corn meal-
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine the corn meal, self-rising flour, pancake mix, salt, sugar, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. 2
    In a separate measuring cup, lightly beat the egg.
  3. 3
    Add the diced onion to the egg and enough milk to fill the cup to the 1-cup mark.
  4. 4
    Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until combined.
  5. 5
    If the batter is not moist throughout, add a tablespoon or two more milk and blend until smooth.
  6. 6
    Heat oil or fish drippings in a heavy frying pan to a depth of 1/4 inch over medium-high heat.
  7. 7
    Test the oil temperature by dropping a small amount of batter into the fat; if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready.
  8. 8
    Drop a teaspoonful of batter into the oil to test consistency; if it spreads too thin, stir in more cornmeal, or if too dense, add a little milk.
  9. 9
    Drop the batter from the tip of a teaspoon into the hot oil, cooking 6 to 10 pieces at a time without overlapping.
  10. 10
    Cook until lightly browned on the bottom, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  11. 11
    Turn the hushpuppies and brown the other side for about 3 minutes.
  12. 12
    Remove hushpuppies and drain on paper towels.
  13. 13
    Keep cooked hushpuppies warm while frying the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 51.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 11.4g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Traditionally, hushpuppies are fried in the drippings left after frying fish, which imparts a fresh fish flavor to the batter.

In Florida, it is common to use a combination of self-rising flour, cornmeal, and pancake mix for hushpuppies and other breads.

If you do not have self-rising flour or pancake mix, you can substitute all-purpose flour and plain cornmeal. To the dry ingredients, add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of salt before proceeding with the recipe.

Ensure the fat stays at a medium-hot temperature to brown the hushpuppies properly without burning them. Check often to prevent scorching.

Keywords: hushpuppies, cornmeal, fried, southern, florida, side dish, onion, crispy, vegetarian, comfort food, pancake mix, deep fried, snack, easy, traditional
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