Uncle Bill's Spicy Cornbread

Frying the Cornbread

Start by heating some oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. While the oil warms up, bring water to a boil in a saucepan. In a bowl, pour the cornmeal and slowly add the boiling water, stirring as you go until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the seasoned salt to give it some flavor. Once your oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the skillet. Let them fry until the edges turn golden brown, which should take about 5 minutes, then carefully flip them over. Use a spatula to gently press them down and cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the bread is cooked through and nicely browned on both sides. Finally, transfer the cornbread to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil before serving.