Cuban Corn Fritters from the can | Frituras de maiz #recetacubana

corn kernels

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water keeps it budget-friendly.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal binds ingredients while being plant-based.

Drain the liquid from the cans of corn.

Blend the corn in a blender or food processor, leaving it a little chunky.

Chop the onion and other vegetables if not using a blender.

Add Sazon completa, salt, and pepper to the blended corn and mix to taste.

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce and mix well.

Taste the batter and adjust seasoning if needed.

Add 1 egg and 1/4 cup of flour to the mixture, adjusting flour as necessary for consistency.

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar, if desired, and mix thoroughly.

Heat oil in a skillet until very hot.

Scoop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove fritters and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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