Hush Puppies


Directions

Pour oil to depth of 3 inches into a large, heavy cooking pot with a lid; heat to 375° F. Combine cornmeal and other ingredients, and then add egg and buttermilk; stir just until moistened. Let stand 10 minutes. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls into hot oil, and fry, 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden. 

Ingredients

   Vegetable oil 

   1 1/2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix 
   3/4 cup self-rising flour 
   3/4 cup diced sweet onion
   1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 
   1 large egg, lightly beaten 
   1 1/4 cups buttermilk