Easy Jalapeño Corn Fritters

Golden, crispy corn fritters with a kick of jalapeño are the ultimate American snack—addictive enough to disappear before you finish cooking them, yet simple enough to pull together in minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups fresh or frozen corn
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for frying
• 2 jalapeños, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon cumin
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• Lime wedges and fresh cilantro for serving

Method:

1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, and garlic powder in a bowl.
2. Stir in milk and 2 tablespoons olive oil until just combined—lumps are fine.
3. Fold in corn and diced jalapeños gently.
4. Heat ¼ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
6. Drain on paper towels, then squeeze lime over them and scatter cilantro on top.

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Chef's tip: Don't overmix the batter—a few lumps mean tender fritters, not dense ones. And serve them hot straight from the pan for maximum crispiness.