Cornmeal Fritters Cajun Style (Printable Version)

Crispy cornmeal fritters flavored with Cajun spices and buttermilk for a golden, savory treat.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 90 g fine ground cornmeal
02 - 90 g all-purpose flour
03 - 9 g kosher salt
04 - 6 g baking powder
05 - 3 g baking soda
06 - 3 g Cajun seasoning

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 240 ml buttermilk
08 - 1 large egg, whisked
09 - 30 g yellow onion, grated
10 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ For Frying

11 - 960 ml vegetable oil

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, baking powder, baking soda, and Cajun seasoning until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, grated yellow onion, and minced garlic until smooth.
03 - Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture using a spatula until just combined to avoid overmixing.
04 - Heat the vegetable oil in a deep Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C, ensuring it is hot enough for frying.
05 - Using a small scoop, carefully drop portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry until each side is golden brown and cooked through, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
06 - Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm alongside your preferred dipping sauce.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Monitor oil temperature carefully to achieve a crisp exterior without absorbing excess oil.