Jalapeno Popper Corn Fritters

By cmschnettler

Ingredients

• 2 cups corn (~4 ears)
• 1/2 cup flour* (or corn flour, or rice flour, etc)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 + jalapeno peppers, diced
• 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon coriander, toasted and ground
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 handful cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, zest and juice
• 2 tablespoons oil

Preparation

Step 1

Mix the corn, flour, egg, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, jalapenos, bacon, paprika, coriander, green onion, cilantro and lime juice in a bowl.
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, form into 1/4 cup patties and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-4 minutes per side.


Note: Use enough flour that the mixture holds together to form patties.
Option: Top with jalapeno popper dressing.