In a medium-size bowl combine 1 cup of cornmeal, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar. Then pour and 3/4 cups of boiling water 
Pour about 2 inches of corn oil into a heavy-bottomed pot or pan and bring the heat to about 375 degrees Fahrenheit. You want to measure the temperature of the oil using an instant-read thermometer.
Now begin shaping the cornmeal mixture into flat patties. You’ll need about 2 tablespoons of the cornmeal mixture for each patty. 
Fry each cornbread patty for about 5 minutes, making sure to turn once. This will give them an even golden crust.  Serve warm with a little bit of butter, honey, or syrup. 
Notes
Add corn kernals- For little touches of sweetness, add kernels of fresh or frozen corn to the batter before frying.
Substitute some flour- For fluffier cornbread, add some self-rising flour to the batter. This may increase its stickiness, so adjust your water as needed.
Give it some heat- Make this Hot Water Cornbread a little spicy by adding some chopped green chiles.
Add bacon- Crumble up some bacon and add it to the batter for a savory and delicious side dish.