Blackened Seasoning BBQ Puppies
Coated in a heavy spice rub before hitting the oil for a dark, flavorful crust.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Yellow Cornmeal
- 1/2 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 tablespoons Finely Minced Jalapeño(optional)
- 1 quart Vegetable Oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, cayenne, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder to create the blackening spice blend.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and half of the blackening spice blend.
- 3
Whisk the egg and buttermilk together in a separate container, then fold into the dry ingredients until a thick batter forms.
- 4
Stir in the minced jalapeños if using, and let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the cornmeal to hydrate.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to exactly 365 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 6
Using a small cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the remaining blackening spice blend, rolling gently to coat the exterior.
- 7
Carefully drop the spiced batter balls into the hot oil, frying in small batches for 3-4 minutes until the crust is dark and the center is cooked through.
- 8
Drain the puppies on a wire rack or paper towels and serve immediately with a side of cool ranch or BBQ sauce.
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