Crispy Fried Cornbread
Crispy Fried Cornbread is a delightful dish that combines a crunchy exterior with a fluffy interior, making it the perfect side for soups, stews, or barbecues. This easy-to-make recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize with your favorite add-ins like cheese or jalapeños. Whether served plain, drizzled with honey, or paired with savory meals, each bite is sure to bring comfort and joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until combined.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Pour batter into the hot oil (about half full) and fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg