1-Getting started with fried cornbread: Getting started with fried cornbread is as easy as mixing a few things in a bowl and heating up your skillet. Begin by pulling together all your ingredients to keep things organized and fun. This way, you can focus on enjoying the process without any surprises.

2-In a large bowl, mix the fine cornmeal, self-rising flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until everything blends evenly. That’s your dry mix ready to go. Next, in a separate measuring cup, whisk the buttermilk and large egg together to combine them well.

3-Pour that wet mixture into your dry ingredients and stir just until there are no dry spots left; it should feel more like dough than a runny batter. Heat ¼ cup of the vegetable oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, and once it’s hot, drop in heaping tablespoonfuls of the dough about 3 to 4 at a time.

4-Fry each side for 2 to 3 minutes until they’re golden brown, then flip and do the same on the other side. Drain them on paper towels and add more oil to the skillet if needed for the next batch. Serve right away for the best taste and texture. This quick method takes about 25 minutes total, with just 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.