Homemade Hush Puppies
Quick and easy Homemade Hush Puppies made with Jiffy cornbread mix and grated onion, fried to golden perfection. Crisp outside, soft inside—perfect as a Southern-style side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 to 16 hush puppies
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix (8.5 oz)
- ½ cup grated onion (about half a medium onion)
- ⅓ cup milk or water (enough to form a thick batter)
- Optional: pinch of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, or chopped scallions
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix Jiffy cornbread mix and grated onion.
- Gradually stir in milk or water until a thick, scoopable batter forms.
- Mix in any optional seasonings or add-ins if desired.
- Drop heaping teaspoons of batter into the hot oil, a few at a time.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, turning until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with honey butter, tartar sauce, or remoulade.
Notes
- Add shredded cheddar cheese for extra richness.
- Minced jalapeños or cayenne spice them up.
- Green onions add a pop of color and flavor.
- Sweeten with a drizzle of honey for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hush puppy
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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