Easy Jalapeño Corn Fritters

Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy within—these golden corn fritters are a Mexican-inspired weeknight winner that comes together in minutes and feels like you've actually fussed.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• 2 jalapeños, finely diced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¾ cup plant-based milk (or regular milk)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Oil for frying

Method:

1. Combine flour, cornmeal, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Stir in corn, jalapeños, and cilantro.
3. Whisk milk and lime juice together, then fold into the dry mixture until just combined—lumps are fine.
4. Heat ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil and flatten slightly. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lime crema or your favorite salsa.

Full recipe at Minimalist Baker →

Chef's tip: Don't overmix the batter—a few lumps mean tender, delicate fritters instead of tough, dense ones. Slightly underdone in the middle is your friend here.