Description
Spicy Mexican Corn Bites are a delicious and flavorful snack made with corn, spices, and cheese, perfect for parties or as a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine corn, cheese, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the egg and mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs to coat.
- Place the corn bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the mixture.
- These bites can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
- Serve with sour cream or guacamole for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Mexican Corn Bites, Corn Bites, Mexican Appetizer, Vegetarian Snack