Sweet Corn Jalapeño Fritters Aioli (Print Version)
Golden corn fritters with zesty jalapeño aioli offer a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fritters
01 - 1 1/2 cups corn kernels, fresh or thawed from frozen
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup fine ground cornmeal
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste
08 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Jalapeño Aioli
09 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
10 - 1 jalapeño, finely minced
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, egg, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until a thick batter forms.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and flatten slightly. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
03 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced jalapeño, and lime juice until smooth.
04 - Arrange warm fritters on a serving platter and present with jalapeño aioli for dipping.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses common pantry and fridge staples
- Ready to eat in under thirty minutes for easy entertaining or weeknight treats
- Customizable heat level by adjusting jalapeño
- No fancy tools required just a bowl and a skillet
02 -
- High in fiber and vegetarian friendly
- They freeze and reheat beautifully for make ahead snacks
- Corn’s natural sweetness pairs well with the jalapeño’s subtle burn
03 -
- Do not skip patting corn dry if using frozen extra moisture leads to soggy fritters
- Keep the oil temperature steady for even golden frying
- A bit of chopped cilantro in the batter brings a lively burst of flavor and color