Description
These Crispy and Golden Corn Fritters are a delightful appetizer or snack featuring fresh corn kernels mixed with a savory batter, pan-fried to a perfect golden crisp. Packed with subtle flavors from green onions, cheddar cheese, and smoked paprika, these fritters are easy to prepare and ideal for serving warm alongside sour cream, hot sauce, or honey.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups fresh, canned, or frozen corn (drained if canned, thawed if frozen)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Other
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Stir in the corn kernels, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese if using, blending the wet ingredients thoroughly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir these ingredients together evenly to create the dry mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients bowl. Gently fold the mixtures together until just combined; avoid overmixing to ensure tender fritters.
- Heat Oil: Pour about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat it over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot before starting to fry for best crispiness.
- Fry the Fritters: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil. Slightly flatten each with the back of the spoon for even cooking. Fry the fritters for 2–3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crispy crust.
- Drain Excess Oil: Once fried, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat frying with the remaining batter.
- Serve Warm: Serve the corn fritters warm, accompanied with sides like sour cream, hot sauce, or honey as desired for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the oil is sufficiently hot before frying each batch of fritters.
- For a lighter alternative, bake the fritters at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add diced jalapeños to the batter to introduce a spicy kick to your fritters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
