Buttermilk-fried Corn
Ingredients
- 2 C. fresh corn kernels
- 1-1/2 C. buttermilk
- 2/3 C. all-purpose flour
- 2/3 C. cornmeal
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- Enough corn oil
Directions
Combine corn kernels and buttermilk in large bowl. Let stand 30 minutes. Drain. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in large zip top plastic bag. Add corn to flour mixture a little at a time, and shake bag to coat corn. Pour oil to depth of 1" in Dutch oven or large heavy frying pan, and heat to 375 degrees. Fry corn in the hot oil, a small amount at a time, about 2 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve as side dish, or sprinkle on salads, soups or casseroles.


