Southern 4-Ingredient Poor Man Hoecakes
Crispy Southern 4-ingredient poor man hoecakes are a delicious classic side dish made on a budget. Golden brown and pan fried, they come together in no time!
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups boiling water
- 0.25 cup bacon drippings or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Carefully pour off 2 cups.
- In a medium bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal and kosher salt.
- Add the boiling water and mix well to make a thick batter. Let sit for 1 minute to absorb the boiling water.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
- Melt the bacon drippings.
- Add large spoonfuls of the batter to the hot skillet, spreading out slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
- Serve hot and crispy.
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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