JALAPENO CORN FRITTERS

Jalapeno Corn Fritters image

Provided by Pat Duran @kitchenChatter

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ounce(s) cacique queso quesadilla, shredded(like mozzarella)
1 package(s) cornbread mix
1/2 cup(s) frozen corn
1/4 cup(s) red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup(s) green onion,chopped
2 tablespoon(s) jalapeño pepper, minced
1 quart(s) vegetable oil for frying
DARK BEER FONDUE:
10 ounce(s) manchego shredded (like romano cheese)
3 ounce(s) dark beer, let sit at room temp for 2 hours
1 - jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1 clove(s) garlic,minced

Steps:

Fritters: Preheat oven to 250^. Mix prepared cornbread mix according to package directions; add corn,peppers and onion. Drop by Tablespoonful into hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels and hold in oven while fondue is prepared. --- Note: Mexican style corn in a can may be used instead of the frozen corn and bell peppers, well drained, if desired. --- Cheese Fondue: In medium saucepan over medium-hi heat, whisk beer. Bring to a medium boil then add cheese in small batches, stirring to melt each portion before another is added. When all the cheese is melted , stir in garlic,jalapeño, and pour into hot fondue pot or heated serving bowl. Serve immediately with fritters.