Hush Puppies: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon and Flavorful Twists
Delicious and easy to make, these hush puppies incorporate turkey bacon for a unique twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian Optional
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk and egg together.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
- Fold in the turkey bacon, onion, and parsley.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet and drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding cheese or jalapeños.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 hush puppies
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Hush Puppies, Turkey Bacon, Fried, Appetizer