Description
This Hot Water Cornbread recipe yields crispy, golden brown cornbread patties with a soft interior. They are a classic Southern side dish perfect for pairing with greens, beans, or fried catfish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cornbread:
- 1 cup cornmeal (preferably fine or medium grind)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 3/4 to 1 cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter (optional, for softer texture)
Additional:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, and sugar if using.
- Add Water: Carefully pour in the boiling water, starting with 3/4 cup, and stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Form Patties: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Shape the cornmeal mixture into small patties.
- Fry: Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- For a softer interior, add a tablespoon or two of oil or melted butter to the batter.
- Some recipes include milk or buttermilk for variation.
- Pair with greens, beans, or fried catfish for a traditional Southern meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
