Corn Nuggets
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
- ½ cup creamed corn
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the Batter:
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Cooking Essentials:
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp diced jalapeños
Instructions
Prepare the Corn Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, creamed corn, all-purpose flour, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
Make the Batter:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, eggs, buttermilk, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
Form the Nuggets:
- Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the corn mixture and shape it into small nuggets.
- Dip each nugget into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
Fry the Nuggets:
- Heat vegetable or canola oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the nuggets in small batches for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the nuggets with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve:
- Serve the corn nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, spicy mayo, or honey mustard.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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