The long threads on top of an ear of corn are called silks. There is one silk strand for each kernel of corn.
Learn MoreCorn and Pea Fritters with Cilantro Lime Dipping Sauce
Description
Recipe by Lauren Michelle Sharifi from Bite of Health
Serves 2 (2 fritters per serving)
Ingredients
1
can
(15 oz.) Libby's® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn
(drained and washed)
1
can
(15 oz.) Libby's® Sweet Peas
(drained and washed)
2
tbsp
onion
(minced)
1⁄4
c
all-purpose flour
1⁄4
c
parmesan cheese
1
egg
1⁄4
tsp
salt
1⁄2
tsp
black pepper
vegetable oil spray
5 3⁄10
oz
container of 0% plain Greek yogurt
1⁄2
avocado
juice of ½ lime
1
jalapeño pepper
(minced)
1⁄4
c
fresh cilantro
Instructions
Corn and Pea Fritters
Combine Libby’s® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, Libby’s® Sweet Peas, onion, flower, cheese, egg, salt and pepper in large bowl. Mix to combine.
Lightly coat sauté pan, turned on medium heat, with vegetable oil. Spoon ¼ cup of mixture on pan, press to flatten. Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Cilantro Lime Dip
Combined Greek yogurt, avocado, lime juice, jalapeno and cilantro leaves in a food processor and process until smooth.
