SOUTHWEST ONION FRITTERS

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These crispy, golden onion fritters are full of south of the border flavor. Serve them with guacamole and sour cream for the perfect finishing touch. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 cups finely chopped onion
3 green onions, chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying
Guacamole and sour cream

Steps:

Whisk together first eight ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together milk, sour cream and cilantro; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Fold in onions., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.