Jalapeno Corn Fritters

Overview

  • Yield: 6 fritters

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh corn (from 3 to 4 ears)

  • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and chopped

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 2 teaspoons sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup cornmeal

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1/3 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/3 cup milk

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  1. Mix all ingredients (except olive oil) in a large bowl with a large spoon.
  1. Form mixture into patties, about 1/2 cup each. Add additional flour, if needed to hold patties together.
  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  1. Fry until golden brown on each side for 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

References and Acknowledgments

Jalapeno Corn Fritters