Educated Hush Puppies

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy, golden hush puppies with a hint of green onion and spice, perfect as a snack or appetizer for gatherings or casual dinners.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • red pepper to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup green onion chopped
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients together with 1 cup of water until well combined.
  2. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet until hot.
  3. Drop teaspoon-sized dollops of batter into the hot grease.
  4. Cook until hush puppies are golden brown and floating, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  5. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

348 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.6g 17% DV
Total Fat 3.5g 5% DV
Carbs 75.6g 27% DV
Fiber 5.5g 19% DV
Sugar 2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12638mg 100% DV
Potassium 495.3mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 49.3mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 17.7mg 20% DV
Calcium 1577mg 100% DV
Iron 6.2mg 34% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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