Savory Bacon and Onion Hushpuppies

Ingredients

Vegetable oil

for frying

Buttermilk

1 cup

Egg

1, beaten

Salt

1 teaspoon

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Cornmeal

1 cup

Onion

1 medium, finely chopped

Bacon

6 slices, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside, leaving the rendered grease in the skillet.
2. Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring well to incorporate.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and buttermilk. Stir in the crumbled bacon and sautéed onion.
5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
6. In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
7. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
8. Remove the hushpuppies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
9. Serve warm with honey, hot sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.