Sunlit Cornmeal Fritter Bowls with Tomato-Orange Relish

Ingredients

• fine cornmeal1 cup
• all-purpose flour1/2 cup
• baking powder1 1/2 teaspoons
• salt3/4 teaspoon
• milk3/4 cup
• egg1 large
• sweet corn kernels1 cup
• olive oil3 tablespoons
• tomatoes, diced2 medium
• orange zest1 teaspoon
• lime juice2 tablespoons
• honey1 teaspoon

Method

1. 1In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. 2Stir in milk and egg until a thick batter forms, then fold in the corn kernels.
3. 3Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat and spoon in 1/4-cup portions of batter.
4. 4Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp; transfer to a warm plate.
5. 5Mix diced tomatoes, orange zest, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl with a pinch of salt.
6. 6Stack the fritters in shallow bowls and spoon the tomato-orange relish over the top.
7. 7Serve immediately while the fritters are crisp and the relish is juicy.

Tips

• If the batter feels loose, add 1 to 2 tablespoons more flour for easier shaping.
• Keep cooked fritters on a wire rack so they stay crisp instead of steaming.
• Swap orange zest for lemon zest if you want a sharper finish.

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