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Chef John's Hot Water Cornbread

Chef John's Hot Water Cornbread

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  • 60 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Dry Ingredients

    • 2 cups cornmeal
    • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
    • 🍬 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 🧂 2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • Wet Ingredients

    • 💧 1 1/2 cups water
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • Frying

    • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

STEPS

1

Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a bowl and whisk thoroughly until well mixed.

2

Pour in water, and carefully mix with a spoon until combined. Add butter and mix with a spoon until combined.

3

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a spoon or ice cream scoop to transfer 8 equal portions onto the prepared pan. Cover with plastic and press with your hands to form smooth patties about 1-inch thick.

4

For best results, chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before frying.

5

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), or heat oil, 1/2-inch deep in a heavy skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

6

Deep fry cornbread in the preheated deep fryer (or pan-fry in the preheated skillet) until nicely browned, about 3 minutes per side.

7

Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

873

Calories

  • 3
    Protein
  • 30
    Carbs
  • 84
    Fats

💡 Chilling the dough ensures smoother patties that hold their shape during frying.Use a thermometer to keep the oil at 350°F for even cooking and crunchy texture.Serve with creamy butter or honey for a quintessential Southern experience.