Vegan Hush Puppies

Vegan Hush Puppies are light, flaky, and golf-ball-shaped cornmeal batter that is soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. An Air Fryer is used to “fry” the hush puppies which gives them the crunchy exterior of typically deep-fried hush puppies without all the extra grease and guilt. In conclusion, the Vegan Hush Puppy recipe is the perfect side dish for any Southern meal, and it specifically pairs well with any grilled, fried, or baked seafood.

Allergen Friendly

Vegan Hush Puppies are an allergy-friendly side dish. These hush puppies are made using Gluten-Free Flour, Sourdough Starter, and Oat Milk.

King Arthur’s Gluten-Free Flour which is a 1:1 ratio for Organic, All Purpose Flour. This particular brand of Gluten-Free Flour consists of white rice flour, whole-grain brown rice, tapioca starch, and potato starch. This combination helps produce a smooth batter with no grittiness or strange aftertaste. There are other options for Gluten-Free Flour, but my favorite brands are definitely King Arthur’s Gluten-Free Flour and Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour.

In addition, Active Sourdough Starter is incorporated into the dough to help further reduce the gluten content. Overall, Sourdough products are healthier because fermented flour is more easily digestible than yeasted-dough recipes. Furthermore, Sourdough Starter also creates a moist, tender, and flaky texture on the interior of these hush puppies.

Finally, Oat Milk is used in lieu of Buttermilk or Whole Milk. Oat Milk is a dairy-free milk that has a similar consistency to Whole Milk. As the name suggests, Oat Milk has an oat flavor profile and produces an extra hearty taste in your recipes.

In conclusion, not only are Vegan Hush Puppies delicious, but they are also an allergen-friendly side dish or party appetizer for all.

Vegan Hush Puppy Ingredients

• Yellow Cornmeal
• King Arthur’s Gluten-Free Flour
• Baking Soda
• Baking Powder
• Active Sourdough Starter
• Coconut Sugar
• Cajun Seasoning
• Unsweetened Applesauce
• Oat Milk
• Chives

Making the Vegan Hush Puppy Batter

1. First, in a glass mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and seasoning.
2. Next, mix in the applesauce, Sourdough Starter, and Oat Milk.
3. Then, add the fresh chives.
4. Next, let the batter sit for about 10 minutes. You can let it ferment longer because Sourdough Starter is in the batter.
5. Finally, form small balls of dough to make the hush puppies.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

Mix In the Wet Ingredients

Add the Chives and Mix

Let the Batter Sit for 10 Minutes

“Frying” and Serving the Vegan Hush Puppies

1. First, place the Vegan Hush Puppies inside the air fryer.
2. Next, turn the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. “Fry” the hush puppies for 4 minutes.
3. Then, carefully turn them over and cook them for 4 minutes.
4. Finally, remove them from the air fryer and serve them immediately (hot).

Place the Hush Puppies Inside the Air Fryer

“Fry” the Hush Puppies at 380 Degrees

Serve the Hush Puppies Straight Out of the Air Fryer

Ways to Serve the Vegan Hush Puppies

Vegan Hush Puppies are the perfect Southern side to many meals. These hush puppies are also a great compliment to any baked, grilled, or fried seafood meal during the Lenten Season (after Mardi Gras). Here are some other recipes to pair these Vegan Hush Puppies with –

• Instead of Sourdough Cornbread, serve these hush puppies alongside Ground Elk Chili.
• Serve the hush puppies alongside BBQ Smoked Spare Ribs for a classic BBQ meal.
• Serve alongside Green Goddess Salmon and Zoodles for a crunchy side dish.
• Serve alongside Air Fryer Fish for a well-rounded Fish Fry meal, and more!

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Vegan Hush Puppies

Yield: 12 Hush Puppies

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Vegan Hush Puppies are light, flaky, and golf-ball-shaped cornmeal batter that is soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. An Air Fryer is used to "fry" the hush puppies which gives them the crunchy exterior of typically deep-fried hush puppies without all the extra grease and guilt. In conclusion, the Vegan Hush Puppy recipe is the perfect side dish for any Southern meal, and it specifically pairs well with any grilled, fried, or baked seafood.

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Ingredients

• 1 c. Yellow Cornmeal
• 1 c. King Arthur's Gluten-Free Flour
• 1 tsp. Baking Soda
• 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
• 1/3 c. Active Sourdough Starter
• 1/4 tsp. Coconut Sugar
• 2 tsp. Cajun Seasoning
• 1/4 c. Unsweetened Applesauce
• 1 c. Oat Milk
• 1 tbsp. Chives, Thinly Sliced

Instructions

Making the Vegan Hush Puppies Batter

1. First, in a glass mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and seasoning.
2. Next, mix in the applesauce, Sourdough Starter, and Oat Milk.
3. Then, add the fresh chives.
4. Next, let the batter sit for about 10 minutes. You can let it ferment longer because Sourdough Starter is in the batter.
5. Finally, form small balls of dough to make the hush puppies.

"Frying" and Serving the Vegan Hush Puppies

1. First, place the Vegan Hush Puppies inside the air fryer.
2. Next, turn the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. "Fry" the hush puppies for 4 minutes.
3. Then, carefully turn them over and cook them for 4 minutes.
4. Finally, remove them from the air fryer and serve them immediately (hot).

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 201Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 620mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 5g