Description
Crispy Mexican street corn fritters bring zesty street food magic straight to your kitchen. Packed with bold flavors and irresistible textures, these golden delights will transport you to bustling Mexican markets with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup grated Cotija cheese
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Additional Cotija cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend corn kernels with a medley of dry ingredients including flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and aromatic spices until evenly distributed.
- Incorporate grated Cotija cheese, freshly chopped cilantro, beaten egg, and milk into the mixture, stirring until a cohesive, thick batter emerges.
- Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet, creating a 1-inch depth, and heat to a precise 350°F (175°C) over medium flame.
- Gently cascade spoonfuls of batter into the sizzling oil, delicately flattening each dollop with the spoon’s backside.
- Allow fritters to sizzle for 2-3 minutes per side, developing a golden, crispy exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- Transfer fritters onto a paper towel-lined surface to absorb excess oil and maintain their delectable crunch.
- Present the warm fritters adorned with zesty lime wedges and an additional sprinkle of Cotija cheese, ready to delight the palate.
Notes
- Swap fresh corn kernels with frozen or canned corn when fresh isn’t available, ensuring you drain and pat them dry completely.
- Test oil temperature by dropping a small batter bit – it should sizzle and rise immediately without burning.
- Keep fritters uniformly sized for consistent cooking and crispy texture throughout.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with cornmeal or gluten-free flour blend to maintain crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg