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Smoky Street Corn Fritters with Spicy Honey Butter

Smoky Street Corn Fritters with Spicy Honey Butter - A copycat recipe inspired by street corn for Game Day or a Tailgate party, elevated to the next level with a creative twist of corn fritters and spicy honey butter.

Time: Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: American, Fusion

Allergens

Milk, Eggs, Wheat

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn) 1 cup all
  • purpose flour 2 large eggs 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or skillet over medium high heat until hot and shimmering.
  3. Working in batches, carefully drop spoonfuls of corn kernels into the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Remove fried corn from the pan and drain on paper towels. Repeat with all corn. Spicy Honey Butter: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Chef’s Insight

To give this dish a fun tailgate twist, serve the corn fritters in football-shaped molds or place them on paper plates adorned with sports team logos.

Notes

Feel free to add more spice or adjust the level of sweetness according to your taste preferences.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street corn, also known as Mexican street corn or elote, is a popular snack in Mexico and has become a favorite at outdoor events and sporting events in the United States. This recipe puts a creative twist on the classic by turning it into fritters.