Corn Fritters with Salsa
Crisp, tender sweet corn fritters served with a fresh tomato, jalapeño, lime, and cilantro salsa.
Instructions
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Step 1
Combine the tomato, red onion, jalapeño, 1 ½ tbsp (5 gr) cilantro, lime juice, and ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt in a mixing bowl. Set the salsa aside while preparing the fritters.
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Step 2
Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper together in a mixing bowl.
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Step 3
Whisk the eggs and milk together in a second mixing bowl until evenly blended.
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Step 4
Stir the corn, green onion, and remaining 1 ½ tbsp (5 gr) cilantro into the egg mixture. Fold in the dry mixture just until no dry flour remains.
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Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
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Step 6
Spoon the batter into eight portions in the skillet, working in batches without crowding, and flatten each slightly. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden, firm in the center, and at least 71°C internally.
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Step 7
Transfer the fritters to a plate and serve hot with the prepared salsa.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Wash the produce before cutting and prevent raw egg from contacting the salsa. Cook fritters to at least 71°C internally. Refrigerate salsa and leftovers within 2 hours and consume within 3 days.
Risk factors
- raw egg in the batter
- hot frying oil
- fresh cut salsa ingredients