Southwestern Hot-Water Cornbread

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Southwestern Hot-Water Cornbread
45 min.
8
409kcal

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Are you ready to bring a touch of the Southwest to your kitchen? Look no further than this delightful Southwestern Hot-Water Cornbread! Perfectly gluten-free and brimming with vibrant flavors, this recipe is as comforting as it is exciting. Imagine biting into perfectly golden, crispy fritters that are tender on the inside, bursting with the sweetness of thawed corn, the warmth of jalapeño, and the freshness of cilantro.

This quick and easy recipe takes just 45 minutes and serves up to 8 hungry diners. With a delicious blend of Mexican cheese and the unique texture of white cornmeal, it's no wonder this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home. Not only do these flavorful morsels make an excellent side dish, but they can even be enjoyed on their own with a pat of softened butter. And let’s not forget, they boast a satisfying balance of protein, fat, and carbs, making them a hearty option for any meal of the day!

So fire up that frying pan and let the inviting aromas fill your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a new companion to your chili, or simply craving something deliciously different, this Southwestern Hot-Water Cornbread is the way to go. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • servings butter softened
  • cup kernel corn whole frozen thawed
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • 0.3 cup half-and-half 
  •  jalapeno minced seeded
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt 
  • cup mexican cheese blend 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • 0.8 cups water boiling
  • cups cornmeal white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Combine cornmeal and next 3 ingredients in a bowl; stir in half-and-half and 1 tablespoon oil. Gradually add boiling water, stirring until batter is the consistency of grits. Stir in jalapeo pepper, cheese, corn, and cilantro.
  2. Pour oil to a depth of 1/2 inch into a large heavy skillet; place over medium-high heat. Scoop batter into a 1/4-cup measure; drop into hot oil, and fry, in batches, 3 minutes on each side or until golden.
  3. Drain well on paper towels.
  4. Serve immediately with softened butter.
  5. Note: Stone ground (coarsely ground) cornmeal requires more liquid.

Nutrition Facts

Calories409kcal
Protein8.11%
Fat58.62%
Carbs33.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.51
Glycemic Load
0.4
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.4352174725222%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:409.36kcal
20.47%
Fat:26.9g
41.38%
Saturated Fat:8.26g
51.61%
Carbohydrates:34.34g
11.45%
Net Carbohydrates:30.15g
10.96%
Sugar:1.64g
1.83%
Cholesterol:26.7mg
8.9%
Sodium:531.9mg
23.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.37g
16.75%
Vitamin K:31.7µg
30.19%
Phosphorus:192.13mg
19.21%
Fiber:4.2g
16.79%
Magnesium:56.76mg
14.19%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.76%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.61%
Zinc:1.8mg
12.03%
Calcium:115.08mg
11.51%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.18%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.6%
Iron:1.67mg
9.27%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.85%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.08%
Vitamin B3:1.31mg
6.57%
Potassium:227.98mg
6.51%
Vitamin A:296.59IU
5.93%
Folate:21.14µg
5.28%
Copper:0.1mg
5.14%
Selenium:2.41µg
3.44%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.25%
Vitamin C:2.6mg
3.15%
Source:My Recipes