Hoecake

/hˈəʊkeɪk/

/hˈoʊkeɪk/

Hoecake

a type of cornbread that is made from a mixture of cornmeal, water, and salt, which is then shaped into a round cake and cooked on a hot griddle or frying pan

What is "hoecacke"?

Hoecake is a type of cornbread that is popular in Southern cuisine. It is made from a mixture of cornmeal, water, and salt, which is then shaped into a round cake and cooked on a hot griddle or frying pan. Hoecakes are traditionally cooked over an open flame or on a cast iron skillet, which gives them a crispy and golden exterior and a soft and tender interior. They are often served as a side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and can be eaten plain or with a variety of toppings such as butter, honey, syrup, or jam. Hoecakes are a beloved staple of Southern cuisine and can be found in many restaurants and homes in the region.

Examples

1. Hoecakes are classic Southern fare that may look like pancakes but are most definitely not.

2. I really like the crisp texture of the hoecakes.

3. So basically a hoecake is a type of bread, or unleavened bread, a pancake, made out of corn, water, and fried in a little bit of fat.

4. So today I'm gonna be making hoecakes which was a staple of an enslaved persons diet.