Description
Deliciously crispy Corn Nuggets made with sweet corn, seasoned batter, and perfectly fried to golden brown. These bite-sized nuggets are a perfect snack or appetizer, crispy on the outside with a tender, savory corn filling inside.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Main Ingredient
- 1 can (15.25 ounces) sweet corn, drained (about 1 ½ cups kernels)
For Frying and Garnish
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, cayenne (optional), and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix to keep the batter light.
- Fold in sweet corn: Carefully fold the drained sweet corn kernels into the batter, ensuring even distribution without breaking down the kernels.
- Heat oil for frying: In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, pour vegetable oil and heat over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), ideal for frying.
- Fry corn nuggets: Working in batches, drop 4-5 spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes or until the nuggets turn golden brown and crisp.
- Drain excess oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried nuggets from the oil, placing them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve and garnish: Garnish the hot corn nuggets with fresh parsley and serve immediately for the best crispy texture and flavor.
Notes
- For spicier nuggets, increase the cayenne pepper to taste or add a pinch of chili powder.
- Ensure the oil temperature is steady at 350°F to avoid soggy or overly greasy nuggets.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the nuggets light and fluffy.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch or spicy aioli, for extra flavor.
- Leftover nuggets can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
