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Crispy Corn and Cheese Pops

These crispy corn and cheese pops are crunchy, flavorful, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at family gatherings, game days, girls’ nights, and parties. Golden and crisp on the outside with a deliciously cheesy center, they’re irresistible on their own. Pair them with BBQ sauce, classic ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup boiled raw banana mashed
  • ¼ cup bell peppers finely chopped
  • ½ cup sweet corn crushed
  • 1 tbsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp+¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 6 tbsp processed cheese grated
  • Mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
  • 1 tsp+¼ cup corn flour for the slurry
  • Water as needed for the slurry
  • Oil for deep frying

Method
 

  1. Add the boiled raw banana to a bowl or plate and mash it with a fork until smooth.
  2. Add the finely chopped bell peppers, crushed sweet corn, red chili flakes, oregano, fresh coriander, green chilies, salt, 1 tbsp panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp corn flour, and grated processed cheese. Mix everything well until it’s easy to shape.
  3. Take a small portion of the mixture and flatten it slightly. Place a small cube of mozzarella in the center. Bring the edges together to cover the cheese, then gently roll it between your palms into a ball. Repeat with the rest of the mixture and mozzarella.
  4. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup corn flour with enough water to make a thick, smooth slurry.
  5. Dip each ball in the corn flour slurry, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs. Coat it well all over. For a thicker coating, dip and coat them again.
  6. Chill the pops for 20–30 minutes before frying. This keeps them from falling apart while frying.
  7. Fry over medium heat until they're golden and crispy on all sides.
  8. Take the pops out of the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot with BBQ sauce, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.