Fresh Corn Fritters Recipe

Frituras de Maiz tierno, or fresh corn fritters is one of the favorite and yummy cuban side dish to complete the perfect meal. Extremly easy to make and simply delicious! Note: You might want to consider doubling the recipe; these fritters disappear very quickly! Follow the recipe and enjoy it.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh corn kernels, ground to a pulp
• 1 egg, well beaten
• 1/2 tsp anis seed, ground or pounded w/mortar and pestle
• 5 Tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Oil for frying

Directions:

Mix all the ingredients. If too liquid, add just a small amount of all-purpose flour and mix well. Drop in hot (375oF) frying oil a spoonful at a time. Should yield enough for 4 people.

Note: If you add a little bit of vinegar, about 1/2 teaspoon, to the batter, the fritters will not absorb as much oil.