SOUTHERN FRIED CORNBREAD

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Provided by Kathy Sandoz

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/4 c self rising cornmeal (see note at bottom)
1/4 tsp salt
2 Tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp baking soda
2 c buttermilk
2 eggs, beaten
1-2 green onion, chopped thin
1/4 c onion, grated
oil for frying

Steps:

1. Mix all dry ingredient together in a small bowl. Mix buttermilk and beaten egg together in another bowl. Mix with fry ingredients until all is mix in. Fold in onions and green onions.
2. Heat skillet to Med-high. Add about 1/4" of oil into the pan. Let it heat for about 1 minute.
3. Drop by small cookie scoops to hot oil and press down on top slightly with fingers (careful not to touch oil).
4. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side. If it browns too quickly, reduce heat. As oil is used up' add more.
5. This recipe makes a LOT! 2-3 dozen, depending on how big your scoops are.
6. ~NOTE~ If you don't have self-rising cornmeal, here's a quick recipe for it: 3/4 c. white or yellow cornmeal 3 tbsp flour 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt Mix together and store in airtight container.