Fried Corn Nugget Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Corn Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the dry ingredients.
2
Add Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined. Pour the egg and milk mixture into the dry corn mixture. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter in; it should sizzle and float to the surface.

4
Fry the Nuggets
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
5
Cook Until Golden Brown
Fry the corn nuggets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to turn them halfway through the cooking time.
6
Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, remove the fried corn nuggets from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

7
Serve
Serve the fried corn nuggets warm with your choice of dipping sauce such as ranch dressing, ketchup, or a spicy aioli.