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

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Ingredients

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.

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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.