Description
These Mexican Street Corn Fritters are crispy, golden-brown patties bursting with fresh corn kernels, cheddar cheese, and flavorful spices like cumin and paprika. Perfectly pan-fried to a delightful crunch, they bring the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn into a convenient fritter form, ideal for a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2-3 ears of corn)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 1/2-inch deep in skillet)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the fresh corn kernels, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, ground cumin, paprika, optional cayenne pepper, eggs, salt, and pepper until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Batter: Stir the mixture thoroughly to create a thick, cohesive batter that holds together well for frying.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet to a depth of about 1/2 inch and heat over medium flame until shimmering and hot but not smoking.
- Shape and Fry Fritters: Using a spoon, scoop portions of the corn batter into the hot oil, flattening each fritter slightly with a spatula to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Cook Until Golden: Fry each side for 3 to 4 minutes, carefully flipping them to achieve an even golden-brown crust and ensure the fritters are cooked through.
- Drain Excess Oil: Once golden and crispy, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Serve Warm: Serve the fritters hot as a delightful appetizer or side dish, enjoying the combination of fresh corn and spice in every bite.
Notes
- For extra heat, keep the optional cayenne pepper or add more to taste.
- Use fresh corn kernels for the best texture and sweetness; frozen corn can be substituted but thaw and drain well.
- Adjust frying oil temperature as needed to avoid burning or undercooking the fritters.
- These fritters can be served with a squeeze of lime or a dollop of sour cream for additional flavor.
