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Jalapeño Corn Nuggets Recipe

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These Jalapeno Corn Nuggets are crispy, cheesy bites packed with sweet corn and spicy jalapeños, perfect as a snack or appetizer. Fried to golden perfection, they combine a tender interior with a crunchy exterior, making them irresistible for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Others

  • 1 can (15.25 ounces) sweet corn, drained (about 1 ½ cups kernels)
  • 2 medium jalapeños, seeded, finely diced
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, baking powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the large egg, whole milk, and melted unsalted butter until fully blended and smooth.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the nuggets tender.
  4. Fold in corn and jalapeños: Carefully fold the drained sweet corn kernels and finely diced, seeded jalapeños into the batter until evenly distributed.
  5. Heat the oil: In a heavy pot over medium heat, heat vegetable oil until it reaches 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying.
  6. Fry the nuggets: Working in batches, drop 4-5 spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes or until the nuggets turn golden brown. Monitor and maintain the oil temperature at 350°F between batches.
  7. Drain excess oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried nuggets from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to let the excess oil drain off.
  8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the nuggets and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Make sure the jalapeños are fully seeded if you prefer less heat.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough nuggets.
  • Keep the oil temperature steady to ensure even frying and crisp texture.
  • Serve immediately for optimal crispiness; leftover nuggets can be reheated in an air fryer to restore crunch.
  • You can adjust the spice level by using more or fewer jalapeños according to taste.

Keywords: jalapeno corn nuggets, corn fritters, fried corn bites, spicy corn snacks, cheddar cheese nuggets

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