Beer Hush Puppies Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥖 Recipe Category: Breads
🔍 Keywords: Healthy, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Deep Fried
Description:
Indulge in the delightful crunch and flavor of these Beer Hush Puppies. They’re perfect for sharing with friends and family, whether as a snack or as a side dish. This recipe combines the earthy sweetness of cornmeal, the lightness of beer, and a touch of spice to create irresistible bites that disappear fast!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup beer
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 1-2 jalapeno peppers (optional)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 312.2
- Fat Content: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.8mg
- Sodium Content: 721.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 56.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.5g
- Sugar Content: 5g
- Protein Content: 9.4g
Recipe Yield:
- 4 dozen hush puppies
Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Add the eggs, beer, chopped onion, and diced jalapeno peppers (if using) to the dry ingredients. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined, and a thick batter forms.
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 365°F (185°C).
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Using a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry the hush puppies in batches, as needed.
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Fry the hush puppies for 1-2 minutes, turning them once halfway through, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
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Once cooked, remove the hush puppies from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
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Serve the beer hush puppies hot as a delightful appetizer or side dish. Enjoy the crunchy texture and flavorful taste with your favorite dipping sauce!
These Beer Hush Puppies are sure to be a hit at any gathering or mealtime. With their golden exterior and tender, flavorful interior, they’re a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for more. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to fry up a batch of these irresistible treats!
