Looking for a Southern-inspired side that’s crispy, golden, and utterly delicious? This Fried Cornbread is the perfect treat to complement any meal. With a crunchy exterior and soft, fluffy interior, it’s the ideal companion to soups, stews, or even just a simple buttered snack. Quick and easy to make, this cornbread brings comforting flavor to your table, and with just a few ingredients, you’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients:
1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional) 1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk) 1/2 cup water 1 large egg 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil Oil for frying (such as vegetable oil or canola oil)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper (if using). Mix these dry ingredients together.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, water, egg, and melted butter or vegetable oil.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture while stirring. Mix until well combined. The batter should be thick but pourable. If it’s too thick, you can add a bit more water or buttermilk.
- Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom with about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) of oil. Allow the oil to heat up.
- Once the oil is hot, use a spoon or ladle to drop spoonfuls of the cornbread batter into the skillet. You can make small or large fritters, depending on your preference.
- Fry the cornbread fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. You may need to adjust the heat to prevent them from burning.
- As the fritters cook, you can place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Once all the fritters are cooked, serve them warm. You can enjoy them on their own or with toppings like honey, maple syrup, or even savory options like sour cream and chives.
- Remember that the first batch of fritters might help you adjust the heat and cooking time to achieve the desired level of crispiness and doneness.
Enjoy your delicious homemade fried cornbread fritters!
Keep in mind that this recipe is a basic version of fried cornbread. You can customize it by adding ingredients like chopped jalapeños, grated cheese, corn kernels, or herbs to enhance the flavor. Just have fun experimenting with different variations to suit your taste preferences.
