Southern Hot Water Cornbread – Crispy, Golden, and Classic
This Hot Water Cornbread is a beloved Southern staple — crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and full of that simple, down-home corn flavor that pairs perfectly with greens, beans, or fried chicken. Made with just a handful of pantry ingredients and fried to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet, it’s comfort food at its best — rustic, hearty, and meant to be eaten warm right out of the skillet. 🌽🍞
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¾ cup boiling water
