Crunchy on the outside, cheesy on the inside – these Mexican Street Corn Fritters are the perfect snack!
Ingredients:
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
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
1/2 cup grated Cotija cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
Vegetable oil, for frying
Lime wedges, for serving
Additional Cotija cheese, for garnish
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the dry ingredients are well distributed.
- Stir in the grated Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, egg, and milk. Mix until a thick batter forms.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the fritters warm with lime wedges and a sprinkle of Cotija cheese on top. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal (per fritter) | Servings: 12 fritters