Description
Hearty Southern cornmeal hoecakes dance with rustic charm, promising a nostalgic journey through traditional Southern kitchens. Crisp edges and golden centers invite you to savor a delicious slice of culinary heritage that connects generations through simple, soulful ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) self-rising flour
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) low-fat buttermilk
Cooking Ingredients:
- Oil for frying (e.g., coconut oil)
Instructions
- Blend cornmeal and self-rising flour in a spacious mixing vessel, creating a uniform dry foundation for the hoecakes.
- Whisk buttermilk and egg in a separate container until thoroughly integrated, ensuring a smooth liquid mixture.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently to create a cohesive batter without overmixing, which could lead to tough hoecakes.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, coating the surface with a thin layer of oil to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Test the oil’s readiness by dropping a small amount of batter – it should immediately sizzle and bubble upon contact.
- Ladle small portions of batter into the heated skillet, allowing each hoecake to spread naturally into a circular shape.
- Cook the first side for approximately 2-3 minutes, watching for golden edges and bubbles forming across the surface.
- Carefully flip each hoecake using a spatula, ensuring a gentle motion to maintain the delicate structure.
- Cook the second side until achieving a matching golden-brown color and crisp exterior.
- Remove hoecakes from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by butter, honey, or preferred toppings for an authentic Southern experience.
Notes
- Adjust the cornmeal-to-flour ratio for crispier or softer hoecakes depending on your texture preference.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the most authentic and evenly distributed heat when frying.
- Experiment with adding herbs like chives or green onions to the batter for extra flavor complexity.
- Make the recipe gluten-free by substituting self-rising flour with a gluten-free alternative and adding 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg