Jalapeno Hushpuppies

Jalapeno Hushpuppies
Jalapeno Hushpuppies takes around 30 minutes from beginning to end. This recipe serves 36. This side dish has 128 calories, 2g of protein, and 9g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 3% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of salt and pepper, onion, creamed corn, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. It is a very affordable recipe for fans of Southern food. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet.

Instructions

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Watch how to make this recipe.
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Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven.
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In a 1-quart mixing bowl, stir the cornmeal, flour, onion, jalapeno, corn, and eggs, until blended. Allow to stand 5 minutes.
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Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls into the hot oil. Don't overcrowd; leave room for the hushpuppies to be turned. Cook the hushpuppies until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
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Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep the cooked hushpuppies warm in an oven while cooking the remaining batter. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste, and transfer them to a serving dish.
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Serve with Paula Deen's Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce, if desired.
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Recommended wine: Riesling, Sparkling Wine, Zinfandel

Riesling, Sparkling Wine, and Zinfandel are great choices for Hush Puppies. In general, there are a few rules that will help you pair wine with southern food. Food-friendly riesling or sparkling white wine will work with many fried foods, while zinfandel is great with barbecued fare. One wine you could try is Purple Star Ancient Lakes Riesling. It has 5 out of 5 stars and a bottle costs about 12 dollars.
Purple Star Ancient Lakes Riesling
Purple Star Ancient Lakes Riesling
Aromas of apricot and white peaches carry through the sweet mid palate with flavors of dried apricot, stone fruits and honey. Balanced on the finish with natural acidity.
DifficultyHard
Ready In30 m.
Servings36
Health Score2
CuisinesSouthern
Dish TypesSide Dish
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