Bakwan Jagung (Corn Fritters) with Chili and Shrimp Paste

Crispy Indonesian corn fritters with a savory kick from chili and shrimp paste. Perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

450 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£0.98/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2cupsCorn kernels(Fresh, frozen, or canned (drained))

£0.65

1cupAll-purpose flour

£0.15

2tablespoonsRice flour(For extra crispiness)

£0.10

1Large egg

£0.30

2.8cupWater(Adjust to desired consistency)

2Green onions(Thinly sliced)

£0.50

1Red chili(Finely chopped, adjust to taste)

£0.40

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

1Shallot(Minced)

£0.30

0.5teaspoonShrimp paste (Terasi or Belacan)(Optional, finely ground or grated)

£0.25

0.5teaspoonGround coriander

£0.10

0.3teaspoonTurmeric powder

£0.05

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(Or to taste)

£0.02

For fryingVegetable oil

£0.50

2tablespoonSoy Sauce(For dipping sauce)

£0.10

1tablespoonChili Garlic Sauce(For dipping sauce, can substitute with chopped red chili)

£0.15

1tablespoonLime Juice(For dipping sauce)

£0.20

Total Cost

£3.93

£0.98 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a large bowl, combine corn kernels, all-purpose flour, rice flour, egg, chopped green onions, red chili, minced garlic, shallot, shrimp paste (if using), ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.
2.
Gradually add water, mixing until a thick batter forms. The consistency should be thick enough to hold its shape when dropped from a spoon.
3.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or wok over medium heat. The oil should be deep enough for the fritters to float.
4.
Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches.
5.
Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6.
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
7.
Prepare the dipping sauce by combining soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl.
8.
Serve the bakwan jagung hot with the dipping sauce.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

48g

18% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

12g

24% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

850 mg

37% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of chili to your preferred spice level.

For extra crispy fritters, don't overcrowd the pan and ensure the oil is hot enough before frying.

You can add other vegetables like carrots or cabbage to the batter.

For a vegetarian option, omit the shrimp paste.

Cooking Equipment

Large bowl

Frying pan or wok

Slotted spoon

Paper towels

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Bakwan Jagung (Corn Fritters) with Chili and Shrimp Paste

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