Description
Mexican corn fritters deliver crispy, golden perfection on a plate that delights palates with authentic street-style flavor. Crunch meets sweet corn in this simple yet irresistible dish perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
Optional Serving:
- Sour cream or dipping sauce
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until thoroughly integrated.
- In a separate container, vigorously beat egg and milk until well blended, then incorporate into dry mixture, stirring until achieving a uniform, smooth consistency.
- Gently introduce corn kernels and green onions, folding carefully to distribute ingredients evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare a large skillet by heating vegetable oil to medium temperature (around 350°F), ensuring even heat distribution.
- Using a spoon, carefully deposit batter dollops into hot oil, using the spoon’s back to slightly flatten each fritter for consistent cooking.
- Fry each fritter for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, watching for a rich golden-brown color and crispy exterior.
- Remove fritters using a slotted spoon, transferring to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by sour cream or preferred dipping sauce for enhanced flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose fresh corn kernels for the best flavor and texture, ensuring sweet and juicy fritters that burst with natural sweetness.
- Drain corn kernels thoroughly to prevent excess moisture, which can make fritters soggy and difficult to crisp up in the oil.
- Adjust batter consistency by adding a little more milk if too thick or flour if too runny, creating perfectly balanced fritters every time.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with cornmeal or gluten-free flour blend, maintaining the same crispy exterior and tender interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg