Ultimate Fried Cornmeal Hush Puppies with Jalapeños

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup jalapeños, diced
• 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped (optional)
• Vegetable oil for frying