Ingredients

  • 2 cups self-rising cornmeal
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 (17 ounce) can cream-style corn
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • vegetable oil (for frying)

Method

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine eggs and milk; add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
  • Stir in cheese, pepper, corn, and onion.
  • Do not overstir.
  • Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into a small dutch oven.
  • Heat to 375°F.
  • Carefully drop batter by rounded tablespoons into oil.
  • Fry hush puppies a few at a time 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
  • Drain on paper towels.