Sauté onion in 1 tablespoon hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until tender.
Process onion, 1 can of peas, and next 4 ingredients in a blender or food processor until mixture is smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.
Stir in hush puppy mix, and gently fold in remaining can of peas.
Shape mixture by 2 tablespoonfuls into 3-inch patties, and place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
Cover and chill 1 hour.
Cook patties, in batches, in 3 tablespoons hot oil, adding oil as needed, in a large skillet over medium heat for 1½ minutes on each side or until patties are golden brown.
Drain patties on paper towels, and keep them warm.