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Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Yogurt

Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Yogurt

Treat yourself to crispy, golden Corn Fritters served with a refreshing cilantro lime yogurt — a bite you won’t forget!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears fresh corn about 2 ½ cups corn kernels
  • cup fine cornmeal
  • cup flour white whole wheat works well
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup sliced chives or scallions
  • 3 teaspoons lime juice divided
  • 1 cup crumbled queso fresco divided
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Optional garnishes: sliced chives or scallions chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and spray with olive oil. Grill the corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked and slightly charred. Remove from the grill, let cool, then cut the kernels from the cobs. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg and milk, then pour into the dry ingredients. Stir to combine. Add chives, 2 cups of corn, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and ¾ cup queso fresco. Mix well.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Spoon 1 tablespoon of batter for each fritter, flattening slightly. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  • For the topping, mix ½ cup corn, ¼ cup queso fresco, 1 teaspoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
  • In another bowl, combine yogurt, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and cilantro to make the cilantro lime yogurt.
  • Serve the fritters drizzled with cilantro lime yogurt, topped with the corn and cheese mixture, and garnished with chives and cilantro.

Notes

Notes:
Feel free to add a dash of hot sauce for extra kick!
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