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Variations
Old-Fashioned Hoecakes: Skip flour for a more rustic texture.
Sweet Fried Cornbread: Add extra sugar or honey to the batter.
Savory Onion Cornbread: Mix in finely diced onion.
Spicy Version: Add chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
Cheesy Cornbread Patties: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese.
Cooking Notes
Use a cast-iron skillet for best browning.
Oil should stay hot—adjust heat as needed.
Batter should be thick, not runny.
Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Fried Cornbread hot alongside pinto beans, collard greens, fried fish, chili, or smothered meats. It’s also delicious drizzled with honey, served with butter, or crumbled into a bowl of milk the old Southern way.
