How to Make Crispy Corn at Home – A Crunchy Delight
Crispy corn is a popular Indian snack known for its spicy, tangy, and crunchy taste. Often served in restaurants as an appetizer or a tea-time snack, it’s made by deep-frying corn kernels until golden and then tossing them with flavorful spices, onions, and herbs. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can make crispy corn at home easily.
Ingredients:
For Frying:
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (boiled)
- 3 tablespoons rice flour
- 2 tablespoons corn flour
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
- Oil for deep frying
For Tossing:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 small capsicum (finely chopped, optional)
- 1 green chili (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- Juice of half a lemon
- Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) for garnish
Instructions:
Step 1: Boil the Corn
- Boil sweet corn in water with a pinch of salt for 5–7 minutes or until soft. Drain the water and let the corn cool down completely.
Step 2: Coat the Corn
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled corn kernels.
- Sprinkle rice flour, corn flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat each kernel evenly. If needed, sprinkle a few drops of water so the flours stick better to the corn.
Step 3: Deep Fry the Corn
- Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai on medium flame.
- Drop the coated corn kernels gently into the oil in small batches. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until the corn becomes golden brown and crispy. Be cautious as corn may pop a bit.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
Step 4: Prepare the Toss
- In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Add chopped onion, green chili, and capsicum. Sauté for a minute.
- Add fried corn to this and toss well.
- Sprinkle red chili powder, chaat masala, and lemon juice. Mix everything thoroughly.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve hot as a crunchy snack or appetizer.
Tips for Extra Crispiness:
- Ensure corn is dry before coating with flour.
- Double fry the corn for an extra crunch.
- Serve immediately after tossing to maintain crispiness.
Crispy corn is not just delicious but also incredibly versatile. You can tweak the spice levels to suit your taste or even add sauces like schezwan or hot garlic for a fusion twist. Try it today and impress your family or guests with this irresistible snack!
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