Corn Bites

Steps

• 1

  Melt the butter in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Add the flour and mix until combined; cook for 1-2 minutes. Add milk and constantly mix to avoid forming lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the corn kernels; mix until they combine. Remove from the heat and add the eggs and cheese; continue mixing for 2 minutes. The residual heat will cook the egg. Let it cool down and then place in the fridge for 1-2 hours until it is completely cold and compact.
• 2

  Heat the oven to 450º F. Cover an oven tray with parchment paper.
• 3

  Using your hands, form the bites into disks. Cover with panko on all sides and place in a previously prepared tray. Spray with oil.
• 4

  Place in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the bites are golden.
• 5

  Garnish with more Cotija cheese and minced cilantro, if you want. Serve immediately.