1 c. yellow cornmeal
1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion salt
1 well beaten egg
3/4-1 c. buttermilk
1/4 c. shallots
Oil for frying

Heat oil to 350 to 375 degrees. Stir dry ingredients together in mixing bowl. Add egg and buttermilk. You may not need all the buttermilk. Stir in shallots and fry.