Buttermilk Hush Puppies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Crisco shortening or oil (for deep frying)
1 c. yellow cornmeal
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1/4 c. finely chopped onion

Preparation

Heat 2 to 3 inches shortening or oil to 365\u00b0 in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
Combine cornmeal, flour, baking soda and salt in large bowl.
Stir in buttermilk, egg and onion.
Mix well.
Drop by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into shortening or oil.
Fry 2 minutes or until dark golden brown.
Turn as needed for even browning.
Remove with slotted metal spoon.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve immediately.
Yield:
8 servings.