Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (160g) yellow cornmeal (stone-ground preferred for texture)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil, plus more for frying
  • ¼ cup (approximately ½ medium) finely chopped yellow onion

Instructions:

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the egg, buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Gently stir in the chopped onion.
  5. Carefully drop spoonfuls (about 1-inch in diameter) of batter into the hot oil.
  6. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon or spider and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.