Description
Juneteenth hot water cornbread is a beloved Southern classic that embodies comfort and tradition. With its golden-brown crust and soft, buttery center, this easy-to-make cornbread is perfect for celebrating Juneteenth or enhancing any meal. Its crispy edges and rich corn flavor will delight family and friends, making it a must-have at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely ground cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom (about half an inch).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda; whisk until blended.
- Gradually pour in boiling water while stirring continuously until you achieve a thick batter.
- Spoon dollops of batter into the hot oil and fry for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Serve warm with butter or alongside your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg