Description
Crispy fried cornbread is a delightful Southern dish with a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, offering a savory and comforting treat.
Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
2 tbsp melted butter
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
- Heat a few tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, spoon the cornbread batter into the skillet, forming small rounds.
- Fry each piece for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to ensure the cornbread cooks through without burning.
- Remove the cornbread from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dishes, and enjoy!
Notes
- For a cheesy twist, add shredded cheddar cheese to the batter.
- For a spicy version, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- For sweeter cornbread, increase the sugar or add honey.
- Add finely chopped onions, bell peppers, or corn kernels for a vegetable variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a skillet for crispy texture or microwave for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
