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Crispy Fried Sweet Corn Kernels

Crispy Corn is deep-fried, batter-coated sweet corn kernels that are crunchy on the outside and juicy from the inside. The super crunchy kernels are then tossed with garlic, onion and spring onions and flavoured with aromatic spices. This quintessential summertime dish comes together quite easily.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Snack/Appetizer
Cuisine: International
Servings: 2
Calories: 266kcal
Author: Shil

Ingredients

For the crispy corn:

  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn
  • 2 tbsp. Maida
  • 1 tbsp. cornflour
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • Oil for deep frying

For the seasoning:

  • 1 small onion
  • 1 green chilli finely chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tbsp. spring onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp. coriander chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp oil

Instructions

  • Take one cup of frozen sweet corn, rinse well and place in a colander. Keep aside to drain excess water. (if using fresh corn, then boil for about 2-3 minutes to soften).
  • In the meantime, finely chop garlic, onion, green chillies and spring onions.
  • Now transfer the sweet corn into a bowl.
  • Add 2 tbsp. maida and 1 tbsp. corn flour to the bowl.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper and mix well. Ensure the kernels are well coated with the seasoned flour mixture. There shouldn’t be any moisture.
  • Sieve the coated corn to remove any excess flour.
  • Heat oil in a kadai for deep frying.
  • Drop the coated corn into the hot oil in small batches. Don't stir for about 30 seconds.
  • Fry over medium heat while stirring constantly. (Take care not to get too close to the kadai as the kernels may pop).
  • Remove the fried corn onto a plate. Fry the remaining batches the same way.
  • Heat a teaspoon of oil in a sauté pan and put in the chopped garlic.
  • Sauté for a few seconds to release the flavour.
  • The add the green chillies, chopped onion and spring onion whites. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Season with ¼ tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Mix well.
  • Now tip in the crispy fried corn and toss well to combine.
  • Mix in the spring onion greens and chopped coriander.
  • Transfer the crispy fried corn into a serving dish.
  • Serve Crispy Sweet Corn Kernels with a cup of hot tea!