Golden Sweet Corn Fritters

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (enough for frying)
• Green onions (2, finely chopped)
• Milk (1/2 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)
• Sweet corn kernels (1 cup, fresh or frozen (if frozen, thaw and drain well))

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the beaten egg and milk. Beat until well mixed.
3. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
4. Fold in the sweet corn kernels and chopped green onions, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. The oil is ready when a small amount of batter dropped in sizzles and floats.
6. Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
7. Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color.
8. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
9. Serve the sweet corn fritters hot, either on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce. A dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of honey pairs very well.