Description
This Corn Nuggets Recipe is a delicious and crispy Southern-style appetizer made with whole kernel corn, creamed corn, and a crispy cornmeal batter. These golden fried nuggets are perfect served hot with your favorite dipping sauce, making for a savory snack or party treat that’s easy to prepare and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (about 2 inches deep for frying)
Instructions
- Combine Corn: In a large bowl, combine the drained whole kernel corn and creamed corn, mixing them well to create the base of the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, and baking powder until evenly distributed.
- Beat Eggs and Milk: In another bowl, beat the eggs and milk together until well combined, providing the wet component for the batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the egg and milk mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Corn Mixture: Carefully fold the corn mixture into the batter until it is evenly incorporated, ensuring corn pieces remain intact.
- Chill the Batter: Refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes to firm up, which helps the nuggets keep their shape during frying.
- Heat Oil: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C) for frying.
- Fry Nuggets: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the chilled batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove nuggets with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Chilling the batter helps the nuggets hold their shape during frying.
- You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or shredded cheese to the batter for extra flavor.
- Make sure the oil temperature stays consistent to ensure even frying.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4–5 nuggets
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
