Cornmeal Hushpuppies

Cornmeal Hushpuppies are delightful, crispy bites that embody the essence of Southern cooking, perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce. These Paleo-friendly morsels are made with wholesome ingredients, making them a guilt-free appetizer choice.

Ingredients

• yellow cornmeal - 120 grams
• almond flour - 30 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• sea salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• egg - 1 large
• unsweetened almond milk - 120 ml
• green onion - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• coconut oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, almond flour, baking powder, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and almond milk until well blended.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Fold in the chopped green onion.
5. Heat coconut oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat until hot.
6. Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
7. Fry the hushpuppies for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
8. Once cooked, remove the hushpuppies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Gluten-free and made with natural ingredients, making it suitable for Paleo diets.
• Provides a good source of fiber and protein from the cornmeal and almond flour.

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