In a small bowl whisk together the milk and egg.

In a large bowl combine the remaining ingredients except for the oil.

Whisk in the milk and egg mixture. You want the batter to be somewhat thick. If too thin add more cornmeal.

Heat a few inches of oil to 375 F in a deep fryer or Dutch oven.

Working on batches, drop batter into the hot oil. I used a 1/2 tablespoon measuring spoon. If you want smaller hush puppies use a teaspoon measuring spoon.

Fry until golden brown, flipping after the bottom is brown.

Remove to a paper towel-lined plate or cooling rack.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup!).