Description
Delicious and crispy cheesy corn fritters made with fresh or frozen corn, cheddar cheese, and a blend of spices, perfect for a savory snack or side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned (thawed, if frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- Vegetable oil, as needed
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, sugar, baking powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine all dry ingredients evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the beaten eggs and whole milk into the dry mixture, stirring until well mixed. Then gently fold in the chopped green onions and grated cheddar cheese until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Heat oil: Place a skillet over medium heat and pour enough vegetable oil to generously coat the bottom of the skillet. Heat the oil until it is shimmering and ready for frying.
- Cook fritters: Drop the batter by 2-tablespoon portions into the hot oil, then flatten each portion slightly into a fritter shape. Cook them for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and become crispy.
- Drain and serve: Remove cooked fritters and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Continue cooking the remaining batter in batches. Serve warm as a delicious snack or side dish.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper to 1/2 teaspoon.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
- Fresh corn works best, but if using frozen, make sure to fully thaw and drain to prevent soggy fritters.
- Use a non-stick skillet to avoid sticking and reduce the amount of oil needed.
- These fritters reheat well in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 3 fritters)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
