Crispy Golden-Perfect Long John Silver’s Hush Puppies
Southern-fried cornmeal bites with a golden, crispy crust and tender, buttery interior. Pork-free, alcohol-free, and refined for clean, restaurant-quality texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 6
- Total Time: 16
- Yield: 32 pieces
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup finely milled yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 egg, beaten
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
1/4 tsp salt
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Whisk cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl
Add melted butter and beaten egg; mix until smooth
Chill batter 10 minutes for optimal texture
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C)
Drop rounded tablespoons of batter into hot oil
Fry 2 batches until golden brown (2-3 minutes per batch)
Transfer to wire rack; dust lightly with sugar while still warm
Notes
Use a 3:1 ratio of coarse to fine cornmeal for layered browning
Batter should have soft, spreadable consistency—adjust with 1-2 tsp water if too thick
Skip sugar dredge if avoiding grainy texture
Store in airtight container for up to 24 hours