Paleo Crispy Corn Nuggets
Satisfy your craving for a crunchy, golden snack with these Paleo Crispy Corn Nuggets—a guilt-free delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! Crafted from nutrient-rich coconut and almond flours, these nuggets are naturally grain-free and packed with flavor from matured corn kernels, a hint of honey, and a touch of black pepper for balance. The batter, made creamy with coconut milk and eggs, fries to crispy perfection in coconut oil, creating irresistibly crunchy bites with a tender, sweet interior. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, these nuggets are a Paleo-friendly twist on a classic comfort food. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and bursting with clean ingredients!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1 cup matured corn kernels
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup coconut oil
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine coconut flour, almond flour, baking soda, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and set aside.
Step 2
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs and coconut milk until smooth. Add the honey and mix until incorporated.
Step 3
Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
Step 4
Gently fold in the matured corn kernels into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Step 5
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or deep frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Scoop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 7
Fry the nuggets for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 8
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked nuggets onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 9
Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
Step 10
Serve the crispy corn nuggets warm with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (782.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3517.7 |
| Total Fat 274.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 199.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2106.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 228.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.1g | |
| Protein 53.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 198.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1222.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories