Long John Silvers Hush Puppies are a simple, delicious flour and egg concoction that can greatly improve the flavor and texture of fried food, like French fries. If you’ve ever visited a public restaurant where the restaurant usually serves them, you’ll be awestruck by the beauty of this fried snack.
Mix the dry ingredients together: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, garlic salt, and onion powder. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed. This ensures that each hush puppy will have a consistent flavor.
Add the egg and milk: Crack the egg into a separate bowl to avoid getting any shell into your mixture. Beat it lightly with a fork. Pour the beaten egg and milk into your dry ingredients.
Stir the mixture well: Use a wooden spoon or a spatula to mix the ingredients together. Stir until you have a thick, smooth batter. It should be similar in consistency to bread batter. If it’s too thin, gradually add more cornmeal or flour, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Drop the batter into hot grease: Heat up a pot of oil or a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Once the oil is hot, carefully drop teaspoonfuls of the batter into the grease. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot.
Cook until brown: Let the hush puppies cook without disturbing them until they start to turn golden brown. This should take about 2-3 minutes. If they are browning too quickly, reduce the heat slightly.
Remove from grease and drain: Using a slotted metal spoon, carefully remove the hush puppies from the hot oil. Let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve and Enjoy!: Serve your homemade Long John Silver’s Hush Puppies while they’re still warm. They’re perfect as a side dish with a seafood meal or as a tasty snack on their own. Enjoy!