Description
Spicy Mexican Corn Bites bring zesty street flavors straight to your kitchen, blending creamy cheese, chili heat, and sweet corn kernels. Crisp corn fritters promise a delightful journey through Mexico’s bold culinary landscape that will spark your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) corn kernels
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins and Garnishes:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
Instructions
- Select your corn variety: fresh, frozen, or canned. If using fresh corn, expertly slice kernels from the cob. For frozen corn, ensure complete thawing and drain excess liquid. Canned corn requires thorough rinsing and draining.
- Craft a zesty sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, tangy lime juice, chili powder, smoky paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Gently fold corn kernels into the spicy sauce, ensuring each kernel receives an even, vibrant coating.
- Elevate the dish with crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, scattered chopped cilantro, finely diced red onion, and sliced jalapeno for heightened flavor complexity and textural intrigue.
- Optionally drizzle with hot sauce to intensify the heat profile. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill for 30 minutes to create a refreshing appetizer or side dish that promises a bold, Mexican-inspired culinary experience.
Notes
- Optimize corn selection by choosing fresh, sweet kernels for the best flavor and texture.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne pepper amount or using milder chili varieties for sensitive palates.
- Pat corn dry thoroughly to prevent sauce from becoming watery and ensure a crisp, flavorful coating.
- Make it dietary-friendly by substituting mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg