Flora’s Fried Cornbread

Fried cornbread, also known as hoecakes, is a traditional Southern dish that dates back to the early days of America. It was originally cooked on the blade of a hoe over an open fire, hence the name.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Flora’s Fried Cornbread

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Any, Appetizer, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1080

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• ¹⁄₂ cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₄ cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
6. Remove from the skillet and let rest on a paper towel-lined plate for 5 minutes.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 3g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.