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Crispy Corn Fritters with Mexican Mayo

Crispy Corn Fritters with Mexican Mayo

Jessie Thompson
I'm back with a delicious side dish that can also act as a snack or appetizer for parties! My Crispy Corn Fritters with Mexican Mayo is a twist on a Southern classic, hushpuppies. A tasty batter is made of corn, cheese, and flour, pan fried until crispy and dipped in a bright Mexican Mayo.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Mexican, Southern
Servings 12
Calories 123 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet
  • 1 Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Mexican Mayo:

  • juice of a lime
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 Tablespoon Siracha you can substitute hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon tajin
  • Fresh cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Corn Fritters:

  • 1 cup of oil for frying this is a pan fry = shallow fry
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Tony's Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 12 ounce frozen whole kernel corn
  • 1 cup of cheddar cheese grated
  • 2 green onions chopped

Instructions
 

Making the Mexican Mayo:

  • First, combine the lime juice, Tajin, mayo, siracha, garlic powder, black pepper, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Second, chill in the fridge until time to serve.

Making the Corn Fritters:

  • First, heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat to 350 degrees F.
  • Second, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cornmeal, baking powder, Tony's seasoning, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  • Third, beat egg, milk, and melted butter together in a small bowl.
  • Then, pour the egg mixture into flour mixture and combine.
  • Next, add the cheddar cheese to the bowl and stir.
  • Then, stir the corn kernels into the fritter batter gently.
  • Using your hands, take a scoop of the fritter batter and form small patties.
  • Working in batches, place the fritters into the cast iron skillet with the hot oil and placing them in a single layer.
  • Next, once the fritters are golden brown on one side, flip them over to brown on the other side.
  • Then, remove fritters from the skillet to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.
  • Finally, serve with the Mexican Mayo and enjoy!

Video

Notes

What are the Macros for Crispy Corn Fritters with Mexican Mayo?
Makes 12 servings (Nutritional information below is for 1 serving = 1 fritter)
** Macros do not include the Mexican Mayo **
Calories – 123
Protein – 5 grams
Carbs – 13.1 grams (net)
Fat – 5.3 grams
Keyword fried, Vegetables