Spicy Mexican Corn Bites: A Flavorful Appetizer to Satisfy Your Cravings
Spicy Mexican Corn Bites are the perfect combination of bold flavors, creamy textures, and crispy bites. Inspired by the classic Mexican street corn, elote, these bite-sized appetizers are packed with spices, cheese, and corn goodness. Perfect for parties, game nights, or as a quick snack, they’re easy to make and incredibly delicious. Here’s how you can whip up these crowd-pleasers step by step.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bursting with Flavor: A mix of spices, tangy lime, and creamy cheese makes every bite irresistible.
- Versatile: Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
- Easy to Make: Requires simple ingredients and comes together quickly.
Ingredients:
For the Corn Filling:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- ½ cup cotija cheese (or feta as a substitute)
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Extra cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Equipment Needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Slotted spoon
- Small scoop or spoon (for shaping the bites)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Corn Filling
