Corn Fritters (Bhaji Style) with Cilantro and Sriracha Mayo Dip
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 25mins
Serves or Makes: 18-24 fritters

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ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups chickpea flour (or all purpose flour)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 whole kernel corn
  • 2- 3 cups coconut oil (or other type oil), for frying
  • 1 cup Lee Kum Kee Sriracha Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

Method

  • Step 1

    In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, cumin and red pepper flakes.

  • Step 2

    Add the eggs and water. Mix into thick batter.

  • Step 3

    Add the corn and onions. Mix until fully coated in batter. Use your hands.

  • Step 4

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cover the bottom of the pan with about 1 inch of coconut oil.

  • Step 5

    Add 1 spoonful of batter in oil. Shape it as a thin pancake with your spoon. Cook 4-5 fritters at a time. Fry 1-2 minutes on each side until golden. Transfer fritters on paper towels to drain oil. Sprinkle a bit of salt on each fritter.

  • Step 6

    To make the Sriracha mayo, combine the Lee Kum Kee Sriracha Mayo, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until completely combined.

  • Step 7

    Serve warm fritters with dip, lime wedges and cilantro.