By Whip up a delicious batch of Crispy Corn by coating thawed corn kernels with a spicy mixture of cornflour, all-purpose flour, and aromatic spices before frying until golden and crispy.
Preparation of Crispy Corn:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the thawed corn kernels, cornflour, all-purpose flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, chaat masala (if using), and salt. Mix well until the corn kernels are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Heat oil for frying in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated corn kernels to the hot oil in small batches. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. This usually takes about 5-6 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the crispy corn kernels to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining batches of coated corn kernels.
- Once all the crispy corn is fried, transfer it to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
- Enjoy your crispy corn as a snack or appetizer, perfect for sharing with friends and family!
This crispy corn recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering, with its crunchy texture and flavorful seasoning.
