Homemade Hush Puppies

Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and onion powder.
Add wet ingredients – Stir in egg, buttermilk, and melted butter until combined. Batter should be thick but scoopable.
Heat oil – In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry hush puppies – Drop spoonfuls of batter (about 1 tbsp each) into the hot oil. Fry in small batches until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
Drain & serve – Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

For extra flavor, mix in chopped scallions, jalapeños, or shredded cheddar.
Don’t overcrowd the pan—this keeps them crispy.
Serve with fried fish, barbecue, or just a dipping sauce like ranch or honey butter.

Would you like me to also give you a Southern-style variation with chopped onions and jalapeños, or keep it classic?