Jalapeno Corn Nuggets
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Jalapeno Corn Nuggets deliver a spicy, flavorful twist on classic corn fritters perfect as a snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the egg with buttermilk until combined.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just blended.
- Fold in the corn kernels, chopped jalapeno, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a milder flavor, remove seeds from jalapeno before adding; serve with a creamy ranch or spicy chipotle dip for an extra kick.
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