Hush Puppies Recipe

Hush puppies are savory Southern dumplings made by deep-frying small portions of cornmeal dough. This version replaces the typical cornmeal and wheat flour with flaxseed meal and sesame seed flour for a sugar-free, gluten free treat. They are a terrific accompaniment to any fish or chicken dish, and leftovers make a great snack; just reheat them in a hot oven for a few minutes to bring back the crispness. To make them, you’ll need a deep fryer or a heavy stainless steel pot that’s at least 6 inches deep. We call for soybean oil for frying because it’s safe to cook with at high temperatures and doesn’t boil over easily. When cooking with hot oil, safety is the priority at all times. Lower the hush puppies into the oil carefully, and keep kids and others at a safe distance to avoid burns. Also, be sure to grind the sesame seeds into a fine flour, as any residual whole seeds may pop during frying.