Crispy Fried Cornbread

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Crispy Fried Cornbread: The Ultimate Southern Comfort Bites 🌽🔥

Golden, Crunchy Outside – Tender, Buttery Inside!

This Crispy Fried Cornbread is a Southern twist on classic cornbread—bite-sized, deep-fried to perfection, and irresistibly crunchy. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack, these little morsels are crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and 100% addictive!

📋 Ingredients (Makes ~20 pieces)

  • 1 cup cornmeal (fine or medium grind)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder (for maximum rise!)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)

(Optional: 1 tbsp sugar for a touch of sweetness!)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Mix the Batter

  1. In a bowl, whisk together:
  • Cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt (and sugar if using).
  1. In another bowl, beat egg + buttermilk.
  2. Combine wet & dry ingredients—mix just until blended (don’t overmix!).

2️⃣ Heat the Oil

  1. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1–2 inches of oil to 375°F (190°C).

3️⃣ Fry to Golden Perfection

  1. Drop batter by heaping tablespoons into hot oil (work in batches).
  2. Fry 2–3 mins per side until deep golden brown.
  3. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.

4️⃣ Serve Hot!

  1. Enjoy immediately with:
  • Honey butter
  • Pinto beans & collard greens
  • Chili or soup

🔥 Pro Tips for Success

✅ Oil temp matters: Use a thermometer—too cool = greasy, too hot = burnt outside/raw inside.
✅ No buttermilk? Mix 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar, let sit 5 mins.
✅ Extra crispy? Double-fry: First at 350°F (175°C), then again at 375°F (190°C).
✅ Make ahead: Batter keeps 24 hrs refrigerated (stir before frying).

🍽 Serving Suggestions

  • Breakfast: Drizzle with maple syrup.
  • BBQ side: Serve with pulled pork or ribs.
  • Appetizer: Skewer with jalapeño slices for bite-sized poppers.

🌿 Nutritional Info (Per Piece)

  • Calories: ~80
  • Carbs: 12g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 3g (varies with oil absorption)

🎉 Why This Recipe Stands Out

✔ Faster than baking—ready in 15 mins!
✔ Crispier than oven cornbread—perfect texture contrast.
✔ Versatile: Add cheddar, jalapeños, or bacon bits to the batter.

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