Mom's Hush Puppies

Ingredients

• 1½ Cups Cornmeal
• 1/4Cup Flour
• 1 TSugar
• 1 TablespoonBaking Powder
• 2 Tablespoonsgrated Onion
• 1/2 TablespoonSalt
• 1Egg
• 1 cupsButtermilk
• Vegetable oil, for frying

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Method

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   1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

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   2. Stir the grated onion into the dry mixture, distributing it evenly throughout.

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   3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg until smooth, then whisk in the buttermilk.

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   4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until a thick, scoopable batter forms — do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 3-5 minutes so the cornmeal can hydrate and the baking powder can begin to activate.

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   5. Meanwhile, pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a heavy pot or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F.

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   6. Working in batches so you don't crowd the pot, drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the hot oil using a small scoop or two spoons.

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   7. Fry for 2-3 minutes per batch, turning once or twice, until deep golden brown on all sides and cooked through in the center.

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   8. Lift out with a slotted spoon onto a paper-towel-lined plate to drain, and sprinkle lightly with extra salt while still hot.

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   9. Let the oil return to temperature between batches, then repeat with the remaining batter. Serve warm and crisp.