Spicy Mexican Corn Bites: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for Your Taste Buds Recipe
These Spicy Mexican Corn Bites are a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with zesty spices, they are an irresistible snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12–15 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or well-drained canned)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh-squeezed)
Spice Mix:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- optional 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice until well coated.
- Add Spices: Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if desired) until evenly mixed.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into small patties, around 1 tablespoon each.
- Fry: Heat oil in a skillet, then fry patties in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
- Drain and Serve: Place fried patties on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with lime juice or salsa.
Notes
- Fresh corn is recommended, but frozen or canned corn can be used if well-drained.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your preference; cayenne pepper can be omitted for less heat.
- If patties are delicate, enjoy them as ‘corn fritters’ for a delicious alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: approx. 80–120 kcal
- Sugar: minimal
- Sodium: varies (use low-sodium mayo/cream if needed)
- Fat: moderate
- Saturated Fat: moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: contains both
- Trans Fat: negligible
- Carbohydrates: moderate
- Fiber: low
- Protein: low to moderate
- Cholesterol: moderate
