Old Stone Inn Corn Fritters
Description
These Old Stone Inn Corn Fritters are a delightful nod to Southern comfort food, offering a perfect balance of sweet corn and savory crunch. Made with fresh corn kernels and milk scraped from the cobs, the batter is lightened by folded-in egg whites, creating a tender interior that contrasts beautifully with the golden, crispy exterior achieved through deep frying. The subtle hint of cayenne pepper adds just enough warmth to complement the natural sweetness of the corn. Ideal for a hearty brunch, a side dish for barbecue, or a unique appetizer for gatherings, these fritters are best served immediately while still hot and crisp. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, they bring a rustic, homemade charm to any table.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the corn kernels from the cobs into a bowl, then scrape the cobs thoroughly to extract the corn milk.
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Measure the corn and milk mixture; you should have approximately 1-1/2 to 2 cups total.
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Mash about 1/4 cup of the corn pulp with a potato masher or in a blender to distribute flavor and extract starch, then return it to the rest of the corn mixture.
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Mix the egg yolks into the corn mixture.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, sugar, cayenne pepper, and baking powder.
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Add the dry ingredients to the corn mixture and mix well until just combined.
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In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, being careful not to overbeat until grainy.
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Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the corn batter to maintain airiness.
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Heat fresh oil in a deep-fat fryer or heavy pot to 375 degrees F (191&# 194;°C).
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Drop the batter by tablespoonfuls into the hot oil.
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Fry the fritters until browned on one side, about 2 minutes.
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Turn the fritters and cook until both sides are golden brown.
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Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 441.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.9g17%
- Saturated Fat 2.9g15%
- Cholesterol 279.8mg94%
- Sodium 4991.6mg208%
- Total Carbohydrate 70.5g24%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
- Sugars 7.0g
- Protein 20.1g41%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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