Green Hushpuppies

Posted by chuckwagon

June 25, 2008

First off I would to apologize for being gone so long. Been under the weather for too long. I guess time flies when you’re miserable as well as when you’re having fun. Almost back to normal now, what ever that means.

How about a southern favorite with a southwest twist? I’m talking about Green Hushpuppies. Now I have to tell the truth here, the first time I heard of these, they didn’t sound all that good. But one taste changes your mind. So let’s get going…

2 cups of corn meal
1 teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoons of baking powder
1 small onion – finely minced (if you like em, if not leave them out)
1 cup of milk
1 egg – well beaten
1 can of chopped green chili (you already know I prefer the fresh ones)
2 tablespoons of melted shortening
enough oil for frying

Blend all the dry ingredients together. Mix together the milk, beaten egg, onion, chili and shortening. Add the dry ingredients; you should have a thick batter.

Drop the batter by teaspoons full into hot oil. Cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Serve these warm with whatever main dish you may be having. Enjoy!

If you ain’t sweatin, it ain’t chili

Chuckwagon 505

PS. Make some extra because I have found out they are great dipped in Blue Cheese Dressing for a late night snack. I know I’m sort of strange, but trust me; they really are tasty that way.

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