Description
Crispy Southern cornmeal hoecakes dance with golden-brown perfection, bringing hearty comfort straight from traditional kitchens. Rustic charm meets simple ingredients, inviting you to savor a delicious slice of Southern culinary heritage with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup (158 ml) cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) self-rising flour
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) low-fat buttermilk
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) coconut oil (or vegetable oil, canola oil, or bacon grease)
Instructions
- Whisk together cornmeal, self-rising flour, buttermilk, and egg in a mixing bowl until the batter achieves a smooth, cohesive texture with just enough moisture to hold together.
- Warm a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan, coating the surface with oil to ensure even heat distribution and prevent sticking.
- Using a large spoon, carefully dollop small portions of batter onto the heated skillet, gently spreading each into a rustic, circular shape approximately 3 inches in diameter.
- Allow the cornbread hoecakes to sizzle and develop a rich, golden-brown crust on the first side, watching for subtle bubbling and firming of the edges.
- Delicately flip each hoecake using a thin spatula, ensuring minimal oil splatter and maintaining the patty’s structural integrity.
- Cook the second side until it reaches a deep, crispy bronze color and develops a slightly crunchy exterior.
- Transfer the freshly fried hoecakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain their crisp texture.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, presenting these traditional Southern cornmeal delicacies as a perfect accompaniment to savory meals or enjoyed on their own.
Notes
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for the best crispy exterior and even browning on the cornbread hoecakes.
- Control the batter consistency by adjusting buttermilk – too thin will spread, too thick won’t cook evenly in the center.
- For gluten-free version, substitute self-rising flour with gluten-free flour blend and add 1 teaspoon baking powder.
- Add extra flavor by mixing in finely chopped green onions, jalapeños, or crumbled bacon into the batter for a delicious variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg