Irresistible Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Fritters You Can't Resist
These irresistible cheesy jalapeño corn fritters combine sweet corn, zesty jalapeños, and gooey cheese for a quick and flavorful appetizer.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Skillet
- spoon
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornmeal can substitute with more flour
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with pepper jack
- 1/2 cup Jalapeños chopped, adjust amount for heat
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk dairy alternatives are fine
- 1/4 cup Cilantro optional
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil for frying
Instructions
How to Make Irresistible Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Fritters
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the corn kernels, shredded cheese, chopped jalapeños, and cilantro until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, folding gently.
- In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Using a spoon, drop batter into the hot oil, slightly flattening them. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm, garnished with more cheese or fresh herbs, and enjoy!
Notes
Maintain the oil temperature and avoid overcrowding the skillet for crispy fritters. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg
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