Golden, crispy corn nuggets served on a plate with a dipping sauce.

Corn Nuggets Recipe

Sweet, golden, crispy and bite-sized, corn nuggets are the perfect snack. These savory bites may serve as an appetizer, a side dish or just a fun party snack. Deep-fried until perfectly golden brown, they are made from a creamy corn batter and have a delightful crunch. Corn nuggets are a favorite for all ages easy to make and so good.

Freshly fried corn nuggets with a crispy golden coating and sweet corn filling.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels (canned or frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional — for color)
  • Oil for frying (enough to fully submerge the nuggets)

What Are Corn Nuggets?

More specifically, corn nuggets are balls of sweet corn, battered and deep-fried. The batter lends them a crunchy exterior; inside, they’re soft and flavorful, with flecks of sweet corn kernels. Corn nuggets are typically served hot and fresh, and can even be dipped in a sweet and tangy dipping sauce, like ranch dressing, honey mustard and even a spicy sauce, which makes for a lovely contrast with their mild sweetness.

Golden corn nuggets with a crispy exterior and tender, sweet corn inside, served with dipping sauce.

This Southern dish can be found in restaurants and food trucks, fairs and homes across the nation. The basic formula of a corn nugget is corn, batter and seasoning, yet each recipe can differ in terms of cheese, spices or whatever else might provide more flavor or texture.

How to serve corn nuggets?

Corn nuggets are nice little pockets that can be served many different ways:

It can serve as a typical snack or appetizer:

Corn nuggets can be serving to children as a quick finger-food at your soirees or can have an interesting angle in the burgers, fried chicken or barbeque side dish companion.

Dipping sauces:

Corn nuggets pair well with many dipping sauces. A few examples would be ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, honey mustard, sweet chili sauce or a spicy sriracha mayo.

As a Side Amongst vitals:

Corn nuggets are a whimsical complement to something heartier — with mashed potatoes, coleslaw or fried chicken. They’re also nice with a hearty salad or a spread of vegetables.

Kids’ Lunches:

Kids adore corn nuggets, and they’re an easy-to-find surprise to put in their lunch boxes. Spread with a dip, and you have a snack that’s as fun to eat and delicious.

Corn Nuggets Recipe

Prep Time: 20 Mins > Cook Time: 25 Mins > Total Time: 45 Mins

a plate of fried chicken nuggets and lettuce

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels (canned or frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional — for color)
  • Oil for frying (enough to fully submerge the nuggets)

Instructions:

When corn is fresh, this means husking the ears and trimming the kernels from the cob. In another bowl, combine the batter of flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk or buttermilk until well combined.

Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350 degrees; Drop by tablespoonful into hot oil and fry until golden crispy all over, remove and drain & serve hot. And also have the crispy corn nuggets with one of your favourite sauces such as ranch, honey mustard, spicy sriracha mayo and enjoy.

For next-level corn nuggets, stuff them with a type of cheese, like cheddar or cream cheese, for a gooey filling. The nuggets are then deep-fried until the cheese bubbles inside each nugget and they get crispy on the outside.

If you want to make it vegetarian, try adding any finely chopped bell pepper, onion or zucchini in batter for extra flavor and crunch.

If you’re looking for a modified, lighter version of corn nuggets and aren’t thrilled with the idea of deep-frying them, corn nuggets can also be made in the oven.

Conclusion

These corn nuggets initially come from sweet corn and are best for a crunchy golden shell, attempting delicious. They are easy to prepare and highly flexible, making them equally appropriate for family dinners or group gatherings, not to mention a party appetizer. Delicious alone with some dip or just as they are, these little bite-size wonders are always a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for comfort food-lovers. To those now who have never tasted it, crispy crunchy flavored classic dish.

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