Red Pepper and Corn Fritters

Serves 4-6 servings

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Red Pepper and Corn Fritters

10 minPrep Time

15 minCook Time

25 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup finely chopped ontario sweet red pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped basil
• 1 large egg, whisked
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Green onion, for serving
• Yogurt or sour cream, for serving

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl stir together the corn, pepper, onion, basil, egg & milk until well combined.
2. Add the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, salt & pepper. Stir until the mixture just comes together.
3. Using a heavy bottom saucepan bring ½ inch of oil to 350(f) degrees. Using a small ice cream scoop, add 2 to 3 spoonfuls of batter at a time to the hot oil. Cook until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel. Repeat with remaining batter.
4. Garnish with green onions & serve immediately with yogurt for dipping!