Smoked Bourbon Bourbon Pecan Corn Fritters

These crispy corn fritters are a Southern American twist on a classic American snack, infused with the smokiness of bourbon and the crunch of pecans.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1 whole Large egg
• 3/4 cup Buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Bourbon whiskey
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• Fresh chives

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat your deep fryer to 375°F (190°C) or preheat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep frying pan to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, smoked paprika, and salt.

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   Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk, melted butter, maple syrup, bourbon whiskey, and corn kernels.

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   Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined, do not overmix.

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   Step 5: Fold in chopped pecans and fresh chives.

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   Step 6: Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the batter into the preheated oil.

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   Step 7: Fry for 3-4 minutes or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.

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   Step 8: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

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   Step 9: Serve immediately and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

For best results, use day-old corn kernels and don't overmix the batter. For extra crispy fritters, refrigerate the batter for 30 minutes before frying.

📊 Nutrition per Serving