BACON FAT HUSH PUPPIES

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This recipe is from Paul Prudhomme's Louisiana Kitchen, published back in the early '80s and makes some of the best hushpuppies I have ever eaten; and I DO love good hush puppies.

Provided by Toby Jermain

Categories     Deep Fried

Time 1h20m

Yield 30 hushpuppies, about

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup unbleached flour
1/2 cup cornflour (available at health food stores) or 1/2 cup masa harina (Mexican corn flour)
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, lightly crushed
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, lightly crushed
1/4 cup very finely chopped green onion (tops only)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons chicken fat or 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
peanut oil (for deep frying) or canola oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl, breaking up any lumps.
  • Stir in green onions and garlic, add eggs, and blend well.
  • In a small saucepan, bring milk and lard (or other fat) to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, and add to flour mixture, half at a time, stirring after each addition.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat 4" oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into the hot oil.
  • Do not crowd.
  • Cook until dark golden brown and cooked through, about 1 minute on each side.
  • Drain on paper towels.

Gaming Oceanic
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These hush puppies are a great way to use up leftover bacon fat and cornmeal. They're also a delicious and easy side dish.


jamonte Porter
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I love the flavor of the bacon fat in these hush puppies. It gives them a really unique and savory flavor that I can't get enough of.


Mirabel Undelikwo
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These hush puppies are a bit greasy, but they're so delicious that I don't mind. They're the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Ellma
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I've never made hush puppies before, but these were so easy to make and turned out so well. I'll definitely be making them again.


Osadolor Gift
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These hush puppies are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They're also a delicious and unique side dish.


Saphire Copeland
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I've made these hush puppies with different types of bacon fat, and they always turn out great. I especially like using smoked bacon fat.


Tlhompho Ramohodi
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These hush puppies are a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll never know they're eating corn and onion!


Lilyana Lucas
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I love the crispy exterior and fluffy interior of these hush puppies. They're the perfect comfort food.


Mubarak Khan
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These hush puppies are perfect for any occasion. I've served them at parties, picnics, and even just for a quick snack.


Dylan Wing
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I've never been a big fan of hush puppies, but these bacon fat hush puppies changed my mind! They're so good, I could eat them every day.


swellgirl123
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These hush puppies are a great way to use up leftover bacon fat. They're also a delicious and affordable snack or side dish.


Michelle Payne
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I love how easy these hush puppies are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Nuhamin Firesibhat
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These hush puppies are the best I've ever had! They're so light and fluffy, and the bacon fat gives them a perfect savory flavor.


shakila Begum
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I was a bit skeptical about using bacon fat in hush puppies, but I'm so glad I tried it! It gives them a really unique and delicious flavor.


irfan sultani
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I've made these hush puppies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the bacon fat adds a delicious flavor.


kismat ansary
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These hush puppies were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.