Description
Enjoy the crispy goodness of these fried cornbread patties, a delightful Southern American side dish that pairs perfectly with butter, honey, or as a complement to your favorite main course. These golden brown delights are quick and easy to make, with a crunchy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup water
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar (if using).
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and water.
- Blend Batter: Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fry the Cornbread: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, drop spoonfuls of batter, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer fried cornbread to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with preferred toppings.
Notes
- For added texture, opt for stone-ground cornmeal.
- Enhance flavor by incorporating chopped jalapeños or shredded cheese.
- Pair these cornbread patties with chili, greens, or fried fish for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
