Ingredients
Corn Cakes
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 400 g (14 oz) can creamed corn
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups grated mature cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup milk
Spicy Avocado Salsa
- 2 avocados, chopped
- 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 red chili, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh coriander, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, creamed corn, eggs, grated mature cheddar, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix everything well to blend the flavors evenly.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift in the flour and baking powder into the corn mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Adjust batter consistency: Slowly add the milk while stirring until the batter has a consistency that is thick but still drops off a spoon easily. It should not be too thin to prevent excessive spreading during frying.
- Heat the pan: Place a large frying pan over medium heat and add some cooking oil to coat the surface.
- Cook the corn cakes: Spoon portions of the batter onto the hot pan. Fry until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cakes and drain on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.
- Make the salsa: While the cakes are cooking, mix together the chopped avocados, finely chopped red onion, red chili, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked corn cakes on a serving plate. Top or serve alongside the spicy avocado salsa, garnish with fresh coriander, and provide extra lemon wedges for added zing.
Notes
- Ensure the batter is not too watery to prevent the cakes from falling apart during frying.
- Remove seeds from the chili to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Use mature cheddar for a stronger cheese flavor; milder cheddar can be substituted if preferred.
- These corn cakes are best served fresh and warm for optimal texture and flavor.
- You can add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt alongside the salsa for extra creaminess if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
