Description
Savor the delightful crunch of Jalapeño Corn Fritters, where sweet corn meets spicy jalapeños for an unforgettable flavor experience. These golden bites are perfect as appetizers for gatherings or cozy nights in. Effortlessly made, they serve as a nostalgic nod to summer barbecues while delivering a taste sensation that’s sure to impress your guests. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for milder fritters)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or pepper jack for extra spice)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (about ½ inch in skillet)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop jalapeños.
- In a bowl, combine corn, jalapeños, flour, eggs, baking powder, cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until mixed.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Scoop about two tablespoons of batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly. Fry until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
- Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve warm with sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 95mg