Ingredients

  • 1 - 1 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup firm meaty chopped tomato (like roma)
  • 3/4 cup diced green onion
  • vegetable oil

Method

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, and make a well in center of mixture.
  • Combine egg and milk; add to dry ingredients.
  • Stir just until moistened.
  • Add tomato and green onions.
  • Pour oil to depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven or large saucepan; heat to 375°F.
  • Drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls into oil; fry in batches 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels; serve immediately.
  • Yield: 3 1/2 dozen.