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Delicious hot water cornbread served on a rustic wooden table

Hot Water Cornbread

Hot Water Cornbread is a quick and simple dish that pairs well with soups, stews, and salads, offering a crispy outside and fluffy inside.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cornbread Mixture
  • 1 cup cornmeal mix
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 3/4 cup boiling water Must be boiling for best results.
For Frying
  • Oil for frying Any kind of oil can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal mix, salt, and sugar together.
  2. Carefully pour the boiling water into the dry mixture and stir until it comes together as a batter.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Scoop the batter with a regular dinner spoon (2 scoops per piece) and drop it into the hot oil.
  3. Cook for about 1 minute, then flip the cornbread.
  4. Continue to cook until it is golden and fully cooked.

Notes

Best served fresh and hot with butter, honey, or alongside your favorite soup or stew. Can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet.