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Hot Water Cornbread

A delightful, crispy Southern cornbread made with just cornmeal and hot water, perfect as a side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups cornmeal Use fresh cornmeal for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness of the corn.
  • 1 cup boiling water Use enough to achieve desired thickness.
  • as needed tablespoons oil for frying Use for frying until golden brown.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the cornmeal and salt in a bowl until evenly distributed.
  2. Carefully pour the boiling water over the cornmeal mixture. Stir until you achieve a thick, dough-like consistency.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool enough to handle, then form into small patties or discs about 1/2 inch thick.
Cooking
  1. Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat until it's hot enough to sizzle when cornmeal is added.
  2. Fry each patty for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side, then flip and repeat on the other side.
  3. Drain the fried cornbread on a paper towel.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with honey, butter, or alongside your favorite stew.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.