Sweetcorn Dippers With Sugar Spice Food

SPICY SWEETCORN

Steps:

• Drain sweetcorn and heat in saucepan
• Remove from heat, add a good nob of butter, squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of red chilli powder
• You can use corn on the cob for this recipe, grill the corn, keep turning regularly to avoid burning, add butter, lemon and chilli :)))
• This is nice eaten on its own

SWEETCORN FRITTERS WITH CHILLI AND GINGER DIPPING SAUCE

Steps:

• Make the chilli and ginger paste by placing all ingredients in a food processor and puréeing until smooth. Rub through a sieve and set aside until needed.
• Sift together flour and baking powder and season if desired.
• In a separate bowl beat together the egg and milk and beat in the flour until smooth.
• Add the sweetcorn, cheese, coriander and onions and mix well. Leave to stand for 15 minutes (It should thicken).
• Heat the oil and use a large spoon to add batter to the pan, cook until golden on both sides and drain.
• Serve the fritters with salad leaves, lime wedges and the chilli sauce.

SWEET 'N' SPICY ROASTED CORN

Steps:

• Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Soak corn in cold water for 1 hour., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Remove string before serving., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add the garlic, brown sugar, red pepper flakes and chili powder. Serve with grilled corn.