"On the way to DFW airport a few years ago, I stopped at a restaurant to grab one last bite before I flew back to New York City. While ordinarily, I’d eat Tex-Mex, my grandma had been talking about…..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen (2 cobs)
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
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1 green onion, green part only, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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Pinch cayenne
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1 large egg, beaten
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 pickled jalapeño, seeded and diced (about 1/4 cup)
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1 tablespoon jalapeño pickle juice
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Safflower or vegetable oil for frying
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1 tablespoon bacon grease (optional)
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Poblano buttermilk dressing, for serving