Appetizer for 2

Basil Jalapeno Corn Fritters

Name: Basil Jalapeno Corn Fritters
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 loaded cups frozen sweet corn; 1 jalapeno; 1/4 cup chopped basil; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 tsp lime juice; 1/3 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 cup white rice flour; 3 tbsp or more cornmeal; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 cup or more water

$4.71for 435 minServes 2

These gluten-free fritters combine sweet corn, basil, jalapeno, rice flour, and cornmeal before pan-frying until crisp.

Photo: veganricha.com

What it costs

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Ingredient	Amount	Cost
	Corn on the cob$0.60 each typical	2	$1.20Typical price
	Poblano and other fresh chiles$0.60 each typical	1	$0.60Typical price
	Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical	a little	$0.19Typical price
	Red onions$1.49/lb typical	a little	$0.12Typical price
	Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical	a little	$0.07Typical price
Total for the servings shown		$2.35

Pantry staples you likely have

Salt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)FlourBaking powder and soda

Not included in the cost.

Swaps

Swap Red onions for Onionsabout $0.20/lb less at typical prices

35 minstart to table
Easydifficulty
2servings as written
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Typical price

$1.18 per serving$4.71 for 4

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Ingredients

2 loaded cups frozen sweet corn
1 jalapeno
1/4 cup chopped basil
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tsp lime juice
1/3 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup white rice flour
3 tbsp or more cornmeal
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup or more water

Steps

Thaw the corn and finely chop the jalapeno and red onion.
Mash 1 cup of corn in a large bowl.
Stir in the remaining corn, jalapeno, basil, onion, lime juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rice flour, cornmeal, and baking powder.
Add water gradually until the mixture forms a thick batter.
Heat a lightly oiled 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
Cook 1/4-cup portions for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and firm.