Hoe Cakes
Hoe cakes are crispy, savory cornmeal griddle cakes with a rich, slightly smoky flavor, perfect for breakfast or a hearty snack, especially suited for Southern comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the cornmeal and salt in a small mixing bowl.
- Stir in boiling water and set the mixture aside to cool.
- Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape each into a cake.
- Heat the bacon drippings in a heavy skillet until hot, but not smoking.
- Add the cakes to the skillet and fry over medium heat about 15 minutes, turning to brown both sides.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
101
kcal
5% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % 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).