Frituras de Maiz
(from msmar’s recipe box)
If you add a little bit of vinegar, about 1/2 teaspoon, to the batter, the fritters will not absorb as much oil.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels, ground to a pulp
- 1 egg, well beaten
- 1/2 tsp anis seed, ground or pounded w/mortar and pestle
- 5 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
Directions
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Mix all the ingredients. If too liquid, add just a small amount of all-purpose flour and mix well. Drop in hot (375oF) frying oil a spoonful at a time.