Description
Savor the delightful crunch of Jalapeño Corn Fritters, where sweet corn meets the zesty kick of jalapeños. Perfect for snacking, appetizers, or side dishes, these golden fritters are quick to whip up and sure to impress at your next gathering. Their crispy exterior and soft interior create a mouthwatering experience that brings joy to every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk (whole or almond)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the countertop.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the egg with milk until smooth.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold in corn and jalapeños until evenly mixed.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Scoop batter (about two tablespoons) into hot oil; fry until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
- Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters (90g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg