Corn and Leek Fritters

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Milk (1/4 cup)
• Egg (1, beaten)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
• Cornmeal (1/2 cup)
• All (purpose flour - 1/2 cup)
• Leek (1, thinly sliced)
• Corn kernels (1 cup)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, leek, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk.
3. Pour the egg mixture into the corn mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the skillet and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
6. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fritters from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
8. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.