Description
These delightful Crispy Jalapeno Corn Nuggets are a crunchy and cheesy snack with a hint of spice, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos (fresh or pickled)
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Whisk the buttermilk and egg in another bowl until smooth.
- Combine the corn and jalapenos with the wet ingredients, then fold into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Heat about an inch of oil in your frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the nuggets with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.
Notes
For best results, ensure your oil is the right temperature and don’t overcrowd the frying pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg