Crispy Corn Recipe & Ingredients: Make BBQ Nation Style Corn At Home!

Spicy and delicious, crispy corn is a popular appetiser at Barbeque Nation. Made from fried corn kernels, learn how to recreate the perfect BBQ Nation style crispy corn at home with this simple and quick recipe.

Published On Apr 20, 2024 | Updated On Apr 20, 2024

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The perfect recipe for snack time, Barbeque Nation style crispy corn also serves as the ideal appetiser for lunch or dinner. Anyone who has been to Barbeque Nation is obsessed with their crispy corn. Absolutely delicious, crispy corn is flavourful and can be cooked in a number of ways. A fusion of Indo-Chinese flavours, crispy corn recipe is prepared with fried corn kernels and is an absolute crowd pleaser. The trick to make the perfect Barbeque Nation crispy corn is to deep fry the corn kernels very carefully. 

Follow this simple and delicious recipe to make a flawless crispy corn recipe.

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  1. 2 cups of frozen sweet corn
  2. 2 tbsp corn flour
  3. 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  4. 2 tbsp rice flour
  5. 1 small, finely chopped onion
  6. 1 finely chopped green chilli
  7. 3 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
  8. 2 tsp lemon juice
  9. Peri peri seasoning
  10. Black pepper powder
  11. Oil
  12. Salt to taste

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  1. Microwave the sweet corn for 1 minute, or alternatively boil the sweet corn for about 4 to 5 minutes. Then drain the corn completely. 
  2. Add salt and pepper to the corn and mix well.
  3. Add all-purpose flour and mix gently. 
  4. Place the seasoned corn in a sieve and shake till the excess flour is eliminated. 
  5. Heat oil in a frying pan, and add the corn in the oil when completely hot. 
  6. Fry the corn in the oil for 3 to 4 minutes till they turn golden and crispy. 
  7. Drain the fried corn in a sieve. 
  8. Add the seasonings for crispy corn masala, with lemon juice, onion, and coriander leaves and mix well.
  9. Serve hot.

Pro tip: Use a combination of corn flour and rice flour for a more crispy and delicious recipe.

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1. Can fresh corn be used instead of frozen ones for crispy corn recipe?
Yes, freshly shucked corn is an even better option.

2. Is there a substitute for peri peri masala in the crispy corn recipe?
You can use a mix of Indian spices in your crispy corn recipe as well.

3. Can the crispy corn be stored for serving later?
Serving the crispy corn immediately is highly recommended, because otherwise, the corn gets soggy.

4. Is the crispy corn recipe keto-friendly?
Crispy corn is high in carbs, fibroids and vitamins. However, if you are on a keto diet, the dish is not recommended. 
 


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