Best 12 Bacon Fat Hush Puppies Recipes

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Bacon fat hush puppies are a classic Southern dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Made from a combination of cornmeal, bacon fat, and other ingredients, these delicious hush puppies are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They are the perfect side dish for a variety of meals, including fried chicken, fish, and shrimp. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the best recipe to make mouthwatering bacon fat hush puppies that will be the hit of your next gathering.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BACON HUSH PUPPIES



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Thrill the crowd when you make our Bacon Hush Puppies. Whether you call 'em hush puppies or corn dodgers, these Bacon Hush Puppies are delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 25m

Yield Makes 10 servings, about 4 hush puppies each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1/2 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
Hot oil for frying (about 3-1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and cheese in medium bowl. Add buttermilk, eggs and bacon bits; stir just until blended.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan to 375°F. Drop tablespoonfuls of batter, in batches, into hot oil; cook 2 to 3 min. or until browned on both sides. (Hush puppies will float to the top as they cook.) Remove hush puppies from oil with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
  • Place in shallow pan in warm oven to keep warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

BUTTERMILK HUSH PUPPIES



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Hush puppies are a great Southern tradition along with buttermilk coleslaw and Southern-fried catfish. Why not use all that buttermilk together in all your recipes? Try them all!

Provided by Mama Smith

Categories     Side Dish     Hushpuppie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
1 cup buttermilk
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, room temperature
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup minced onion
4 green onions, minced

Steps:

  • Heat 1 quart vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Whisk buttermilk, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and eggs in a bowl.
  • Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold buttermilk mixture, onion, and green onions into cornmeal mixture until just mixed.
  • Drop 6 to 8 tablespoon-sized balls of batter into the hot oil; fry until each hush puppy is golden brown, turning the hush puppies to cook evenly, 6 to 10 minutes. Remove hush puppies with a slotted spoon and place on brown paper bags to drain. Repeat with any remaining batter.
  • Transfer hush puppies to a baking sheet and keep warm in the preheated oven until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 276.8 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

HUSH PUPPIES WITH CRAB AND BACON



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Make sure you pick over the crab meat well to remove any shells for these delicious hush puppies, which come together in a snap. The bacon must be cooked before they are assembled, but that's the only other bit of prep work. Keep them warm before serving, and make sure to offer plenty of good butter to gild them.

Provided by John Willoughby And Chris Schlesinger

Categories     appetizer, side dish

Time 45m

Yield About 3 dozen pups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cornmeal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk, more if needed
2 tablespoons warm bacon fat (or melted and slightly cooled butter)
1 cup crab meat (about 1/2 pound)
8 pieces well-cooked bacon, chopped fine
Salt and pepper
Oil, for deep-frying
Butter, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200 degrees. Cover a baking sheet with a double layer of paper towel. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, baking powder and baking soda.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk and bacon fat. Add to the cornmeal mixture and mix to combine. Stir in crab and bacon and season to taste. Allow to stand for 10 to 15 minutes while oil heats.
  • In a Dutch oven or other large pot, add enough oil to come to a depth of 3 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until oil is 350 to 360 degrees.
  • Form batter into golf ball-sized balls (if batter is too dry to cohere well, stir in a bit more buttermilk). Drop balls into hot oil 5 or 6 at a time and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. As each batch is finished, place on baking sheet and put into the oven to keep warm. Serve accompanied by plenty of room-temperature butter.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 159 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BACON CHEDDAR JALAPEñO-STUFFED HUSH PUPPIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño-Stuffed Hush Puppies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeñoes, bacon, yellow cornmeal, all purpose flour, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cayenne pepper, buttermilk, egg, yellow onion, oil

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapeñoes, seeded, minced
1 pack bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 ½ cups yellow cornmeal
½ cup all purpose flour
3 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons sugar
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1 yellow onion, grated
oil, to fry

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and bacon, and use a hand mixer to blend until combined.
  • Using a teaspoon, scoop out the cream cheese mixture and roll into a ball. Place onto a parchment paper-lined sheet tray and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • In a bowl, add the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and cayenne pepper, and whisk to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, add the buttermilk, egg, and onion, and stir until combined.
  • Slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a pot of oil to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Dip the cream cheese balls into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated on all sides.
  • Add the hush puppies to the oil and fry until golden brown on all sides.
  • Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel lined-plate to drain.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 6 grams

HUSH PUPPIES



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A fish dinner isn't complete without a side of hush puppies, and my mom is well-known for this recipe. It's the best! -Mary McGuire, Graham, NC

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 small onion, finely chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg, milk and onion; add to dry ingredients just until combined. , In a cast-iron Dutch oven or an electric skillet, heat oil to 365°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 2-1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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.

TEXAS PETEANDREG; HUSH PUPPIES W/ CHEDDAR CHEESE AND BACON



Texas Peteandreg; Hush Puppies w/ Cheddar Cheese and Bacon image

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 3 dozen hushpuppies

Number Of Ingredients 14

For frying peanut, grapeseed or canola oil
1 ¼ cups white cornmeal
½ cup all- purpose flour
1 tsp Kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp baking powder
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp garlic, minced
2 tbsp Texas Pete® Hot Sauce
1 cup Texas Pete® Medium Salsa, drained, pulsed in food processor
1 cup cheddar cheese, thick shred
½ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
To taste Kosher salt for finishing

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat fryer to 350°F or pour 4 inches of oil into a deep, heavy pot. Clip a candy thermometer on the side of the pot and bring to 350°F over medium-high heat. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper and baking powder. Set aside. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, garlic, Texas Pete® Hot Sauce and Texas Pete® Medium Salsa. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed. 4. Add cheese and bacon. Mix until just combined. 5. Using 2 tablespoons or a #30 scoop, carefully drop balls of batter into fryer. Fry for about 4 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. 6. Transfer to paper towel lined sheet tray and sprinkle with kosher salt to taste. Serve immediately.

SWEET POTATO AND BACON HUSH PUPPIES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 30m

Yield 24 hushpuppies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup honey mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Canola or vegetable oil, for frying
1 (8.5-ounce) box corn bread or muffin mix (recommended: Jiffy)
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup frozen chopped onions, thawed and drained
1 egg
1/2 cup sweet potato puree
1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon (about 4 strips)

Steps:

  • For the dip: Combine the sour cream, honey mustard and lemon juice in a bowl and mix until well blended.
  • For the hushpuppies: Fill a medium heavy-bottomed pot with enough oil to come 1/3 of the way up the sides. Place over medium heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the corn bread mix, cornmeal, onions, eggs, sweet potato puree and bacon until well combined. When the oil reaches 350 degrees F, carefully drop the batter by the heaping tablespoonful into the oil using 2 spoons or a small ice cream scoop. Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oil and drain on a tray lined with paper towels. Serve immediately with creamy honey mustard dip on the side.

HUSH PUPPIES



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Simple yet good.

Provided by Brittney Tun

Categories     Hushpuppies

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, cornmeal, onion, milk, egg, celery, garlic, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 404.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

JALAPENO & BACON HUSH PUPPIES WITH CHIPOTLE DIP



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Make and share this Jalapeno & Bacon Hush Puppies With Chipotle Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 15-20 Balls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely minced
1 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup self-rising flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/2 small onion, grated
1/4 cup chives, chopped
2 cups sour cream, divided
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
1 lime, juice and zest
peanut oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat oil in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In bowl, combine bacon, jalapeno, cornmeal, flour, cayenne, paprika, onion, chives, 1 cup sour cream, egg and cheese.
  • Mix well to combine.
  • Drop heaping tablespoon-sized amounts of the mixture into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes each.
  • Remove from the oil to paper towels to drain and season immediately with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and serve with the dip.
  • For the dip:
  • Combine remaining cup of sour cream, Chipotle Tabasco, and lime juice and zest. Mix well to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 79.8, Sodium 534.8, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 9.8

HUSH PUPPIES



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Hush puppies are found on menus throughout the South and in many homes as well, an ace accompaniment to most of the region's meals. They are fritters, essentially: sweet cornmeal dough that is fried until golden brown. The recipe here comes from Craig Claiborne, the longtime food editor at The New York Times who was from Mississippi.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     editors' pick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield About 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups white cornmeal
4 teaspoons flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Salt to taste, if desired
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup grated onion
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup rapidly boiling water
Fresh corn oil to cover

Steps:

  • Combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, grated onion and egg and blend well. Add the water rapidly while stirring. The water must be boiling when added.
  • Heat the oil to 370 degrees. Drop the mixture by rounded spoonfuls into the oil. Cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 31, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 38 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BACON SCALLION HUSH PUPPIES



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Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Pork     Side     Fry     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Kwanzaa     Bacon     Cornmeal     Summer     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 24 or 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon slices
6 cups vegetable oil (48 fl oz)
1 cup yellow cornmeal (not stone-ground)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg
3/4 cup whole milk
3 large scallions, thinly sliced (3/4 cup)
Special Equipment
a deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until crisp. Transfer with a slotted spatula to paper towels to drain, then crumble.
  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Heat oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot (preferably cast-iron) over high heat until it registers 320°F on thermometer.
  • While oil is heating, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk together egg and milk in a small bowl, then add to cornmeal mixture and stir until combined. Stir in bacon and scallions until just combined.
  • Working in batches of 6, carefully add 1 tablespoon of batter per hush puppy to hot oil and fry, turning, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain briefly. Transfer hush puppies to a shallow baking pan and keep hot in oven while frying remaining batter. Return oil to 320°F between batches.

Tips:

  • For a crispier hush puppy, fry them in hot oil (375°F) until golden brown.
  • To make sure the hush puppies are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they are done.
  • Serve hush puppies hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, ketchup, or remoulade.
  • Leftover hush puppies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
  • Experiment with different add-ins to create your own unique hush puppy recipe. Some popular options include cheese, diced jalapeños, or crumbled bacon.

Conclusion:

Bacon fat hush puppies are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern side dish. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to holiday parties. With their crispy exterior and fluffy interior, these hush puppies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and unique side dish, give bacon fat hush puppies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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