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- 5 mins
- 15 mins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups masa harina
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 cup grated cotija cheese (can substitute fresh grated parmesan cheese)
- 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen corn kernels. Approximately 2 large ears of corn.
- 1 cup warm water - use only as much as you need
- 5 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Preparation
Step 1
Add a little Mexican flare to your meal with this super easy sidedish.
Directions
Whisk together masa harina, flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
Stir in corn and cheese.
Add 1/4 cup water at a time, stirring after each addition until mixture holds together. (Usually takes approximately 1 cup total.)
Heat 1/4 c oil in fry pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Meanwhile, shape 1/3 cup of mixture with your hands to form a patty that is approximately 1/3 inch think.
Repeat with remaining mixture, making 8 patties.
If pan becomes dry, add more oil as you go.
Add a little Mexican flare to your meal with this super easy sidedish.
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