Mexican Street Corn Fritters

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2–3 ears of corn)

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup cornmeal

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 2 eggs

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Vegetable oil, for frying

• La Morenita Queso Cotija, crumbled (for topping)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine corn, flour, cornmeal, cilantro, green onions, cheddar, cumin, paprika, cayenne, and eggs

2. Season with salt and pepper and mix until a thick batter forms

3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat

4. Scoop batter and form into patties

5. Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy

6. Remove and place on a serving plate

7. Crumble La Morenita Queso Cotija generously on top

8. Garnish with cilantro and serve