Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Perfect Gluten-Free Hushpuppies are a classic Southern treat—made safe for gluten-sensitive eaters. They’re quick to whip up, flavorful with onion and buttermilk, and fry to golden perfection. Ideal as a side, appetizer, or snack.
Ingredients
¾ cup yellow cornmeal
½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
½ cup buttermilk
1 large egg
¼ cup grated onion
2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onion (optional)
Oil for frying
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Stir in grated onion and optional chives until evenly coated.
3. In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk and egg until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and fold gently with a spatula just until combined. Batter should be thick.
5. Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F.
6. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop scoops of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
7. Transfer to a paper towel-lined rack and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Keep the oil at a steady 350°F for best results—too hot or too cold will affect the texture.
For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika to the dry mix.
Always let hushpuppies rest on a rack, not just paper towels, to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hushpuppy
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: gluten-free, hushpuppies, Southern snack, fried appetizers