Hawaiian Hush Puppies
Description
Slightly sweet from cream-style corn and crushed pineapple, these tropical hush puppies pair perfectly with fish.
Ingredients
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oil for deep frying
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1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn, drained
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1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
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2 cups cornmeal
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1 cup self-rising flour
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1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup minced onion
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1/2 cup white sugar
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
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Mix canned corn, pineapple, cornmeal, flour, Cheddar cheese, onion, sugar, eggs, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
3
Drop as many teaspoonfuls of batter into the hot oil that the pan will allow; cook until golden brown or until they float to the top, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with any remaining batter.