Fill a pot with at least an inch of oil and put on medium-high heat to warm. Or, prep your deep or air fryer.

Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl.

Add corn and onion, stirring well to combine.

Mix in eggs and milk, adjusting the flour and/or milk if necessary to get a thick and stiff consistency.

Once the oil reaches a good temperature, use a teaspoon to drop a small lump of the mixture into the hot oil.

Let the mixture cook until golden on the outside, adding more balls until all the batter is cooked.

Use a metal slotted spoon to scoop the cooked hush puppies out of the mixture and serve by themselves or with your favorite dipping sauce.