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Why Are They Called Hush Puppies: Origins of the Beloved Southern Treat


Why Are They Called Hush Puppies: Origins of the Beloved Southern Treat

Hush puppies, a Southern delicacy, are deep-fried cornmeal balls commonly served with fish or seafood. Their unique name has a curious origin

In the American South, hush puppies were traditionally made by African American cooks. It is believed that the term “hush puppy” originated from the era of slavery, when enslaved people would fry cornmeal batter to distract hunting dogs, keeping them quiet (“hush”) and away from their masters’ game.

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