Hot and Spicy Hush Puppies

By martsalmon

Cook Time8 min
Level
Intermediate
Yield
4 to 5 servings

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 3/4 cup self-rising flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 small sweet onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 jalapeno, finely chopped
• 4 green onions, sliced thin
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup grated Cheddar
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Orange dipping sauce, recipe follows

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Preheat deep fryer to 375 degrees F.

Mix all the ingredients together into a large mixing bowl to form a thick batter.

Dip 2 tablespoon spoons into water. Using the spoons scoop up some of the batter and drop into the hot oil. Work in batches. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and brown. Remove and drain on a paper towel lined sheet tray. Serve with dipping sauce.

Gina's Orange Dipping Sauce:
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup orange marmalade
Mix the above ingredients together.