Thai Corn Fritters Recipe (Tod Man Khao Pod)

Ingredients

• 10 oz or 1 1/4 cups sweet corn
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce (or salt)
• 1 1/2 cup cornstarch (or rice flour)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup ice cold water
• 4 kaffir lime leaves (sliced into thin strips)
• oil (as needed for frying)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Make the corn batter ---

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, toss the corn with cornstarch until evenly coated.

3. 3

   Add fish sauce, finely sliced kaffir lime leaves, red curry paste, and the egg. Mix well until everything is combined.

4. 4

   Gradually pour in ice-cold water, stirring continuously until a thick, well-mixed batter forms.

5. 5

   --- Deep-fry ---

6. 6

   Scoop up a spoonful of the corn batter.

7. 7

   Gently drop it into hot oil in a deep pan, letting it slide off the spoon.

8. 8

   Rinse your spoon with water after each scoop to prevent sticking.

9. 9

   Fry until golden and crispy, flipping occasionally for even cooking.

10. 10

    Drain on a colander or paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!