Description
Crispy mexican street corn croquettes bring creamy corn and zesty spices together in a delightful appetizer. Cheesy, golden-brown bites promise a mouthwatering experience that celebrates classic Mexican street flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears corn, husks and silk removed
- 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup finely grated cotija cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- Canola oil for frying
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ½ – 1 tbsp sambal chili sauce
- ½ lime, juiced
- 1 pinch of kosher salt
- 1 pinch of sugar
- 1 pinch of garlic powder
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
- Grated cotija cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Roasting Corn: Grill corn on high heat for 10-12 minutes, rotating periodically to achieve golden-brown caramelization and light charring. Cool and remove kernels from cobs.
- Creating Base Sauce: Melt butter in a skillet, whisk in flour for 60 seconds to form a smooth roux. Gradually add milk, stirring continuously until sauce reaches a velvety consistency.
- Mixing Ingredients: Remove sauce from heat and incorporate roasted corn kernels, crumbled cotija cheese, and whisked eggs. Season with salt and black pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Chilling and Forming: Refrigerate mixture for 60 minutes to solidify. Shape into compact balls and coat thoroughly with seasoned panko breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior.
- Freezing Preparation: Freeze croquettes for 60 minutes to maintain structural integrity during cooking process.
- Frying Technique: Heat vegetable oil to 350-375 degrees Fahrenheit. Fry croquettes until achieving a golden-brown color, approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
- Finishing Touch: Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve with chili-lime crema, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and additional crumbled cotija cheese for an authentic Mexican street food presentation.
Notes
- Master Corn Selection: Choose fresh, sweet corn at peak ripeness for maximum flavor and authentic street food taste.
- Roasting Technique: Grill corn to develop deep caramelization, which introduces smoky undertones and intensifies natural sweetness.
- Chilling is Crucial: Refrigerate and freeze mixture at specified times to ensure croquettes hold together perfectly during frying and prevent falling apart.
- Oil Temperature Matters: Maintain precise oil temperature between 350-375°F to achieve crispy golden exterior without absorbing excess oil or becoming greasy.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling, Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg