There are a few different ways that you can reheat hush puppies. You can either reheat them in the oven, on the stove, in an air fryer, or in the microwave. The more daring among us might even be able to do it in a toaster!
Hush puppies are fried, so they can be a little bit tricky to reheat without making them soggy. The best way to reheat hush puppies is in the oven. We will look at this in more detail in this article.
Microwave
Open the sealed package of barbeque, and place the contents in a microwave-safe container. A microwave is quick and precise (Spicesandaroma). Heat until warm. Times will vary according to your microwave. Coat the microwave dish with cooking spray. If you do not have cooking spray, use a paper towel to cover the container. That will prevent your hush puppies from sticking to the plate.
Stovetop
When using a stovetop, place the bag in boiling water and heat until warm. Put a large skillet sprayed with non-stick spray to medium-low heat. Add one tablespoon of butter, and once it is melted, add the hush puppies—heat on all sides, about five to eight minutes.
Toss the hush puppies in a bowl with corn flakes, paprika, and parsley. Put the skillet back on the stove over low heat and add 1/2 cup of water. Cover and let cook for five minutes. Serve warm.
Reheat Hush Puppies on a Grill
Prepare a grill for indirect grilling and preheat it to medium heat. Place the hush puppies on a grill grate over the unheated portion of the grill and close the lid. Cook them until they are heated through, for about 4 minutes per side. Serve them immediately with your favorite barbecue sauce on the side.
Reheating Hush Puppies in a Toaster
Reheat Hush Puppies in a toaster. Place the baking sheet in the toaster oven. Press the toast button on your toaster and set the timer for 3 minutes. Remove your Hush Puppies from the toaster oven after 3 minutes. When done, you will see that the tops get browned.
Turn Hush Puppies over and repeat the process for an additional 3 minutes. Your Hush Puppies should now be heated through and ready to enjoy.
Reheat Hush Puppies in an Air Fryer
It is possible to turn out a batch of crispy, golden Hush Puppies from frozen in over 10 minutes. If you do not have experience, you can still make yummy hush puppies. Toss Hush Puppies with olive oil, if desired. Reheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
An air fryer is one of the healthiest methods of warming food (Airfyantime.com). Place frozen Hush Puppies in an air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the air fryer basket and serve immediately with any sauce. Honey mustard dipping sauce or fresh salsa makes a delicious dip. That makes it the best method.
Oven
Heat oven to 400°, place hushpuppies on a baking sheet, and heat until warm for about 6 – 8 minutes. Remove from the oven, and allow it to cool to the touch. Spot check while warming to avoid burning the hushpuppies. Oven temps vary.
Homemade hush puppies can be crispy perfection in just a few minutes in the oven—Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Arrange the hush puppies on a baking sheet and pop them in the oven. If cooking from the fridge, toast the hush puppies for about 2-4 minutes until crisp. If reheating from frozen, give them about 7-10 minutes.
Remove the shrink wrap that keeps the Hush Puppies fresh. Toss the Hush Puppies in a bowl and cover with oil and vinegar. When you place the bowl of Hush Puppies onto a baking pan, put it into an oven on low heat.
The oven should remain on for about 20 minutes, shaking the bowl every 5 minutes to coat the Hush Puppies evenly. Leave the Hush Puppies to cool before serving.
Air fryer
You need parchment paper for this recipe. It does not matter if you are using parchment paper cut to fit your air fryer with holes punched through or cheap parchment rounds made for air fryers. Failure to use parchment paper makes the hush puppies stick to the bottom of the air fryer, even if your air fryer does not stick.
Storage
Hushpuppies in the fridge for 3-5 days. Please wait for your hush puppies to cool completely and store them in a resealable plastic bag or container fitted with a lid lined with a paper towel. The paper towel is there to absorb excess oil.
To freeze, let hush puppies cool. Space out evenly on a baking sheet and flash freeze by placing in the freezer until solid, about 1-2 hours. That prevents the hush puppies from freezing together. Place hush puppies in an airtight container or freezer bag lined with paper towels. Label and store for up to 3 months.
Homemade hush puppies are better eaten fresh. They can be refrigerated and frozen. To refrigerate, allow your hush puppies to cool to room temperature. Please place them in a zip bag or airtight container lined with paper towels. Consume within a few days.
Safe Temperatures
The temperature changes depending on the size of the hush puppies. If you are unsure how long to heat them, use an oven thermometer to avoid burning. The thermometer should read at least 375 degrees F or until it starts smoking slightly.
FAQs
What is a hush puppy?
A hush puppy is a small, deep-fried cake made from cornmeal batter. Hush puppies originated in the southern United States and are often served as a side dish.
Can You Freeze Hush Puppies?
Yes, you can freeze hush puppies. Place any leftover hush puppies on a single layer on a baking sheet. Place the sheet on a flat surface in the freezer and allow the hush puppies to freeze for a couple of hours until solid. Then store the frozen hush puppies in a resealable plastic bag or freezer container with a lid for three months.
Can I make hush puppies ahead of time?
One hour is the minimum, but you can make your batter up to 24 hours ahead and keep it chilled until ready to make them. Pan-frying without using a fryer can be tricky.
How to Reheat Hush Puppies Without Overcooking?
The first thing to look for is the color to avoid overcooking. Hush puppies should be golden brown, not dark brown or black. Any black spots on your hush puppies show that you have fried them too long, and the centers are overcooked and hard to chew, meaning they are not fresh anymore.
How Long to Reheat Hush Puppies?
The time to reheat hush puppies depends on multiple factors, including the cooking process used. That is baking versus frying. It also depends on the temperature at which you are reheating the poppers. Hushpuppies have one thing in common: They are all fried, so you can expect a longer reheating time than when working with a baked one.