Thai Corn Fritters
Crispy golden fritters packed with sweet corn and aromatic Thai flavors, served with a tangy sweet chili dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 whole red Thai chili, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 whole egg
- ¼ cup water
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro sprigs
- 2 whole lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, green onions, red chili, cilantro, and garlic.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, lime juice, fish sauce, and water until combined.
- 3
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in corn kernels.
- 4
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into hot oil and fry 2-3 fritters at a time, without crowding.
- 6
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 7
Arrange fritters on a serving platter, garnish with cilantro sprigs, and serve warm with sweet chili sauce and lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- 12-inch stainless steel skillet
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- serving platter
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