Description
Crispy corn nuggets bring Southern comfort straight to your plate with golden, crunchy exterior and creamy corn center. Quick comfort food perfection awaits you in this simple, irresistible snack that delivers pure deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (frozen, thawed)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup milk
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Blend dry ingredients thoroughly in a large mixing bowl, ensuring uniform distribution of seasonings.
- Whisk eggs and milk together in a separate container until smooth and fully integrated.
- Pour liquid mixture into dry ingredients, stirring gently to create a consistent, thick batter without overmixing.
- Incorporate thawed corn kernels evenly throughout the batter, maintaining a balanced texture.
- Preheat oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to precisely 350°F, monitoring temperature for optimal frying conditions.
- Carefully drop small portions of corn batter into hot oil using a spoon or cookie scoop, maintaining adequate spacing between nuggets.
- Fry nuggets for 2-3 minutes, rotating occasionally to achieve uniform golden-brown coloration and crispy exterior.
- Remove nuggets with a slotted spoon, transferring to paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and preserve crispiness.
- Continue frying remaining batter in consistent batches, adjusting heat as needed to maintain optimal oil temperature.
- Serve immediately while hot, accompanied by preferred dipping sauce for enhanced flavor experience.
Notes
- Adjust corn kernel size by chopping larger kernels for more uniform texture and easier frying.
- Ensure oil temperature stays consistent at 350F to prevent soggy or burnt nuggets, using a digital thermometer for precision.
- Add extra flavor variations by mixing herbs like chives or jalapeños directly into the batter for a personalized twist.
- Make these nuggets gluten-free by substituting regular flour with almond or rice flour while maintaining the same measurement ratios.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg