Hush Puppies

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 372 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• ½ onion, minced
• 1 stalk celery, minced
• 1 pinch Cajun seasoning, or to taste
• ½ cup self-rising cornmeal

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix flour, cornmeal, onion, milk, egg, celery, garlic, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.

Step 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.