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Mexican Street Corn Fritters Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Fritters Recipe
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These Mexican Street Corn Fritters are a delightful twist on classic elote, combining sweet corn with savory cotija cheese and a hint of spice. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, these crispy fritters are bursting with flavor and make a great addition to any Mexican-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Main Fritter Ingredients

  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Additional Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)
  • Additional cotija and cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Corn Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cotija cheese, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño.
  2. Make the Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then mix in the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to form a thick batter. Fold in the corn mixture until well combined.
  3. Fry the Fritters: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, scoop 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter, flatten slightly, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve: Serve warm with lime wedges, and garnish with extra cotija and cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, drizzle with a mixture of mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder.
  • Best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven for crispiness.

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