Description
Quick and satisfying corn fritters perfect for lunch or as a side dish, ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups corn (fresh kernels, drained canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 2 tablespoons green onion or regular onion, finely chopped
- Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, pinch of paprika or chili flakes, chopped parsley
- Oil for frying: enough to coat the bottom of the pan
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the wet ingredients: Crack in the eggs and pour in the milk. Stir until thick batter forms.
- Fold in corn and onion: Add the corn and chopped onion, plus any optional add-ins, and stir just until combined.
- Fry until golden: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil, and scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure corn is well dried and the pan is hot before frying. Serve with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg