Jalapeño Honey Corn Fritters Tasty and Flavorful Snack

Ingredients

• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 large jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
• as needed tablespoon olive oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels and diced jalapeño.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the buttermilk and honey until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated (don’t overmix—it’s okay if there are a few lumps).
5. Fold in the corn and jalapeño mixture until evenly distributed.
6. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom.
7. Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the fritter batter onto the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
8. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
9. Continue with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
10. Serve warm, drizzled with a bit more honey and sprinkled with chopped cilantro if desired.