Crispy Corn Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 big egg.
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6 tablespoons of milk.
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3/4 cup sliced scallions.
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2 cups of fresh or frozen corn (3 cobs worth).
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1 teaspoon of vinegar (apple cider).
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1/2 teaspoon each of baking powder and garlic powder.
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1 teaspoon of onion powder.
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A pinch of cayenne.
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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A dash of black pepper.
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1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt.
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1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar.
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3/4 cup cornmeal.
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1/2 cup regular flour.
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Oil for cooking.
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Extra sliced scallions for garnish.
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Sour cream for serving.
# Instructions:
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Mix together the egg and milk. Toss in the corn, cheese, scallions, and vinegar.
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Add the spices, pepper, and salt. Give it a good stir.
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Stir in the cornmeal and flour until it's all blended.
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Warm oil in your pan. Scoop 1/4 cup per fritter, flatten a bit (about 3 inches across), and cook each side for 2-3 minutes. Fry in batches.
# Notes:
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Fresh corn tastes best, but frozen works fine too.
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Leave space between fritters when frying.
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They taste fantastic fresh off the stove.
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Yields 10 to 12 fritters.