Bakwan Jagung
Crispy, golden, and delightfully savory, Bakwan Jagung is an Indonesian corn fritter recipe that combines sweet corn kernels with a flavorful batter made from all-purpose and rice flour. Infused with aromatic minced garlic, ground coriander, and chopped scallions, these fritters are perfectly seasoned with a balance of salt, white pepper, and a hint of sugar. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, these crispy fritters are pan-fried to perfection in vegetable oil, resulting in a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, Bakwan Jagung is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with chili dipping sauce or as an accompaniment to your favorite main course. Ideal for fans of easy and delicious fried treats, this recipe is a must-try for exploring authentic Indonesian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Corn kernels
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Rice flour
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Egg
- 3 tablespoons Scallions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rice flour, salt, ground coriander, white pepper, and sugar.
Slowly add the water to the dry ingredients while stirring, creating a smooth batter.
Beat the egg in a small bowl and add it to the batter, mixing thoroughly.
Fold in the corn kernels, chopped scallions, and minced garlic into the batter, ensuring everything is well combined.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the pan, flattening each slightly with the back of the spoon.
Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fritters from the pan and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the bakwan jagung warm as a tasty appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.2 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 136.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2520 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.2 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
