Bacon and Green Onion Corn Fritters
Bacon and Green Onion Corn Fritters - A Delicious Appetizer
Bacon and Green Onion Corn Fritters are a mouth-watering appetizer that will leave your taste buds craving for more. These fritters are made with a combination of fresh corn, crispy bacon, and green onions, which are then mixed with a batter made of flour, eggs, and milk. The result is a crispy, golden-brown fritter that is bursting with flavor.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Cooking Tips:
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the bacon until crispy and then crumble it into small pieces.
- Thinly slice the green onions to add a subtle onion flavor to the fritters.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
Cooking Process:
1. In a large bowl, combine the corn, bacon, and green onions.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the beaten eggs and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4. Pour the batter over the corn mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Using a spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
8. Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Bacon and Green Onion Corn Fritters are a beautiful golden-brown color with bits of corn, bacon, and green onion peeking through. The fritters are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The combination of sweet corn, salty bacon, and savory green onions creates a flavor explosion in your mouth that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Corn, Bacon, Green Onions
