Simple Spicy Mexican Corn Fritters - Cook with Carla

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese (or swap with Parmesan)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (use more or less depending how spicy you want it)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups corn kernels, cooked fresh or just frozen
• Extra cotija cheese if you want
• More chili powder (only if you like things spicy)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, fresh squeezed