Hot-Water Cornmeal Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Toss together the first 5 ingredients.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, heat the oil at medium high in a deep medium sized skillet until it begins to smoke slightly.
3. 3
   Stir the boiling water into the cornmeal mixture.
4. 4
   (Add more cornmeal as needed.
5. 5
   You should end up with a stiff paste you can push off the end of a spoon.)
6. 6
   Form rounded tablespoonfuls of the mush, flatten slightly and drop into the hot oil.
7. 7
   Fry until crisp and golden, about 4 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove the cakes with a slotted spoon to drain on paper towels.
9. 9
   Keep warm. Makes about 30 pieces.