Description
Southern comfort shines through these crispy corn nuggets, blending creamy corn kernels with golden breading. Irresistible bites promise a delightful crunch that brings comfort and joy straight to your plate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Create a smooth base by whisking flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar in a medium mixing bowl, ensuring no lumps remain.
- In a separate container, thoroughly blend milk and egg until fully integrated, creating a uniform liquid mixture.
- Gradually introduce the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring consistently to form a homogeneous batter without overmixing.
- Carefully fold corn kernels into the batter, gently mashing a portion to enhance the creamy texture and distribute kernels evenly throughout.
- Prepare a deep skillet or fryer by heating oil to precisely 350F, maintaining sufficient depth to fully submerge the nuggets during cooking.
- Utilize a spoon or small ice cream scoop to carefully drop measured portions of batter into the hot oil, working in controlled batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Fry the nuggets for 3-4 minutes, rotating periodically to ensure uniform golden-brown coloration and crispy exterior on all sides.
- Extract the nuggets using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels to maintain optimal crispness.
- Present the corn nuggets immediately alongside complementary dipping sauces like ranch dressing, honey mustard, or classic ketchup for an enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the corn texture by partially mashing kernels for a creamier interior and better binding of the batter.
- Use frozen or fresh corn interchangeably, ensuring kernels are well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the nuggets.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F to achieve crispy exterior without greasy or soggy results.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blends for a celiac-friendly version that maintains the same delightful crunch and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg