Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      cup           yellow cornmeal
   1      cup           plain flour
   1      teaspoon      baking powder
   1      teaspoon      salt
   1      teaspoon      baking soda
     1/2  teaspoon      onion salt
     1/2  teaspoon      granulated garlic
   1                    egg -- well beaten
   1      cup           buttermilk
     1/2  cup           green onion -- finely chopped

Preparation:

Preheat oil in deep fryer or cast-iron skillet to 350 - 375F. Stir all dry ingredients together. Make a well in dry ingredients; add egg and 3/4 cup buttermilk. Stir thoroughly; add 1/4 cup buttermilk if needed. Add green onions; mix well. Drop by spoonfuls into hot oil for 3-4 minutes or until brown. Drain on absorbent paper.