Hush Puppies

Name: Hush Puppies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1 large egg, beaten; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup yellow onion, finely diced; 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional); Vegetable oil for deep frying (about 4-6 cups)