A Delicious Memory

Lately, I keep seeing a fried snack that looks familiar but I know it’s not the delicious appetizer it reminds me of. After all, I’m way over here in Malaysia. So what happens? Now I find myself craving them every other day.

“The ambiguous origins of this Southern classic could rival that of eggs Benedict. Some claim that the starchy nuggets, typically served alongside fried catfish, were made from leftover cornmeal coating and tossed to the dogs to quiet them while dinner was being made (hence the name). Other stories credit American slaves, who fashioned them from unused meal, added onion and plunged them into hot oil. These days, (they) often take the place of bread at eateries south of the Mason Dixon.”

What are they?

If you’re in North Carolina, you can find them at Cook Out restaurant, a dozen for only 99cents!

If you’re willing to accept a northern attempt, you can find them in Manhattan but maybe it’s better to make them at home. Feel free to post your own favorite recipe as a comment.

Bon appetit