FRESH CORN FRITTERS
Source: The Totally Corn Cookbook (Totally Cookbooks) by Helene Siegel

2 cups corn kernels
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 eggs, separated
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Oil for deep frying
Additional sugar

In food processor, combine corn, sugar, and salt. Pulse just until mixed and corn is crushed.

Add egg yolks, flour, and baking powder and process just to blend. Transfer to bowl.

In mixer bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold 1/3 whites into corn mixture, then fold in remaining whites.

In deep skillet or fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees F.

Drop batter by tablespoons and fry, turning once, until golden. Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with sugar and serve immediately.