Enjoy the flavors of Asia with these crispy and flavorful Asian Corn Fritters. Made with fresh corn kernels, scallions, and spices, these fritters are perfect as a snack or a side dish. They are quick and easy to make, and are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Serve them with a spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Spicy dipping sauce, for serving
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, scallions, and red bell pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the dry ingredients to the corn mixture and mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
- Pour the milk mixture into the corn mixture and stir until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove fritters from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the Asian Corn Fritters hot with the spicy dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Corn fritters are a popular dish in Asian cuisine, particularly in countries like Thailand and Malaysia.
These fritters can be customized by adding other ingredients like cooked shrimp or diced vegetables.
The corn kernels provide a sweet and juicy texture to the fritters, while the spices add a depth of flavor.