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    Soul Food Fried Cornbread

    Cornmeal batter fried in a skillet into crisp, golden patties — an old-fashioned soul food side.

    ⏱ 10 minPrep time
    🔥 15 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 Side DishCategory
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    Soul food fried cornbread

    Cornmeal batter fried in a skillet into crisp, golden patties — an old-fashioned soul food side.

    Hoe-cake’s crisp cousin

    Cornmeal batter dropped into hot fat and fried until crisp-edged — the pan-bread that pairs with everything saucy.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
    2. Whisk the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter; stir into the dry ingredients until smooth.
    3. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    4. Drop 1/4-cup portions of batter and flatten slightly; fry 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.
    5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with butter, syrup, or a bowl of beans.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    The batter should be pourable but not runny — add a splash of buttermilk if needed. Serve fresh; they're best warm.

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    Recipe details

    Prep10 min
    Cook15 min
    Servings6
    CategorySide Dish
    PublishedAugust 16, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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    Hi, I'm Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes. Simple, tested comfort food for real weeknights, written down the way grandma would. Pull up a chair. More about me →

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