Corn and Leek Fritters

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Milk - 1/4 cup
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cornmeal - 1/2 cup
• All - purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Leek - 1, thinly sliced
• Corn kernels - 1 cup

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, leek, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk.
3. Pour the egg mixture into the corn mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the skillet and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
6. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fritters from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
8. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.