Description
Crispy golden corn fritters dance with southern charm, bringing summer’s sweetness to your plate. Packed with fresh corn kernels and a hint of herbs, these delightful bites will transport you to a rustic kitchen where comfort meets flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup milk
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Cooking Oil:
- Vegetable oil or canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking thoroughly to integrate dry components evenly.
- Separately, whisk egg and milk until smoothly blended, then gently incorporate into the dry mixture, stirring minimally to prevent overmixing.
- Delicately fold corn kernels, chopped green onions, and grated Parmesan cheese into the batter, ensuring uniform distribution of ingredients.
- Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat (approximately 350°F), creating a shallow frying environment about ¼ inch deep.
- Carefully drop rounded spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, gently pressing each dollop with the spoon’s back to create a flattened disc shape.
- Fry each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, monitoring for a rich golden-brown color and crisp exterior texture.
- Remove fritters using a slotted spatula, transferring to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by preferred condiments like tangy sour cream, zesty salsa, or complementary dipping sauce.
Notes
- Choose fresh corn kernels for the best flavor and texture, enhancing the overall taste of the fritters.
- Drain corn kernels thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the batter soggy and affecting crispiness.
- Keep oil temperature consistent around 350°F to ensure even cooking and prevent fritters from becoming greasy.
- Try alternative flours like gluten-free blend or almond flour for dietary restrictions while maintaining a similar crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 224 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 357 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 93 mg