Description
This Fried Cornbread recipe delivers a deliciously crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. Made with a blend of cornmeal and buttermilk, this Southern classic is perfect as a side dish or snack. Enjoy it warm with butter or honey for a delightful treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Heat Oil: Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the Cornbread: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm. Enjoy with butter or honey if desired!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in jalapeños or cheese into the batter before frying.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the batter to achieve a crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg