LOADED CORN FRITTERS

LOADED CORN FRITTERS image

Provided by Tere Gill

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 c 2 c fresh corn, with "milk" from cob (approx. 4 ears)
1 Tbsp chives (heaping)
1 large jalapeno, finely minced
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp louisiana seafood seasoning (or cajun/creole seasoning)
1 tsp white sugar (optional)
2 large eggs
1 Tbsp sour cream
3/4 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 Tbsp real bacon bits
1 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
canola oil for frying (or your fave neutral oil)

Steps:

1. In mixing bowl, combine corn, chives, jalapeno, salt, pepper, louisiana seasoning and sugar (if using.)
2. Add eggs and sour cream; mix well to combine.
3. Add flour and baking powder; mix well.
4. Add bacon bits and cheese; mix well.
5. Into skillet, pour about one inch of oil. Bring oil up to frying temperature over medium/medium high heat.
6. Cooking in batches of about 5 at a time, drop corn mixture from a large tablespoon into hot oil, quickly flattening a bit with the back of the spoon. Brown until golden on both sides (watch closely because it only takes about 2 minutes or so per side.) Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve hot or warm. Refrigerate leftovers. Reheat in toaster oven or air fryer.