Hush Puppies
Description
These hush puppies are made from a simple batter with a hint of celery and garlic. They are quick and easy and ready in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup self-rising cornmeal
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1/2 onion, minced
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1/2 cup milk
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1 egg, beaten
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1 stalk celery, minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 pinch Cajun seasoning, or to taste
Directions
1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Mix flour, cornmeal, onion, milk, egg, celery, garlic, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
3
Drop ping pong ball-sized balls of batter, about 5 at a time, into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter.