Corn Fries
Sweet and savory corn fries are the ultimate snack or appetizer! Corn is skewered, fried until crispy, then dressed up with one of three seasonings: Masala, Mexican, or BBQ. You can also make traditional Mexican street fries by topping regular fries with cheese, Mexican spices, and sweet corn! Whichever way you make them, this vegan & gluten free snack vanishes quickly!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 95kcal
Ingredients
Regular Corn Fries
- 2 corn cobs
- 1½ tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1½ tbsp corn flour or corn starch
- 2 tbsp oil for frying more if needed
Masala Seasoning Option
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chaat masala
- 1 tsp amchoor powder
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp salt
Mexican Seasoning Option
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- ½ tbsp coriander, ground
- ½ tbsp cumin, ground
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp sugar
BBQ Seasoning Option
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp black pepper
Mexican Street Corn Style Fries
- 15oz package frozen french fries
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese or cojita cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Mexican seasoning blend as described above
Instructions
To Make Regular Corn Fries
- Remove all of the outer leaves from the corn cobs.
- Cut each cob by measuring a toothpick and cutting slightly smaller, the cob should be cut into approx. 2-3 pieces (this will depend on the size of the cob).
- Spear each row of corn kernels with a toothpick.
- Cut each piece of corn cob into halves.
- Using your fingers gently pull the row of corn kernels from the cob.
- Repeat until all kernels have been removed from the cobs.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the corn fries for 5 minutes. Drain the water and allow the corn fries to cool slightly.
- Add the flour and cornflour, toss to coat.
- Heat oil in a wok, fry until crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel.
For The Seasoning
- Add all seasoning ingredients for desired seasoning (Mexican, Masala, BBQ or Plain) into a mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
- Toss the corn fries in the seasoning and serve with a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.
To Make Mexican Street Corn Style Fries
- Cook french fries according to package directions.
- Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet and toss with Mexican seasoning blend. Top with fresh corn kernels, shredded Mexican cheese, and cilantro.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes until the cheese has melted, or broil for just a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden brown! Top with a drizzle of sour cream or crema, and any of your favorite Mexican inspired toppings!
Notes
- Make sure to cut the corn cobs slightly smaller than the toothpicks you’re using so that you can have something to hold onto when eating the corn fries.
- Corn kernels are easily removed once skewered by the toothpick. Apply pressure and pull the row of kernels away from the cob with your fingers.
- Season the fries while still hot.
- To make these fries gluten free sub the all purpose flour with gluten free flour.
- Fries can be made ahead of time up to step 6.
- Fries are best served immediately.
- Nutritional information is for regular corn fries with Mexican seasoning (not using french fries as the base).
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 598mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g