Corn and Coriander Fritters

Brighten up your table with these irresistible Corn and Coriander Fritters, a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for brunch, appetizers, or light dinners. Packed with tender sweet corn kernels and the fresh zing of chopped coriander (cilantro), these golden fritters boast a delightful balance of crunch and fluffiness, thanks to a blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal. Enhanced with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, and a touch of green onion for extra depth, each bite bursts with vibrant, savory notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are easy to whip up and pair perfectly with zesty lime wedges and a dollop of creamy sour cream or yogurt. Whether you're using fresh, frozen, or canned corn, this recipe is versatile and sure to become a go-to favorite for effortless, delicious meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
• 2 stalks green onion (scallion), thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
• 0.5 cup sour cream or yogurt (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

If using fresh or frozen corn, blanch the kernels in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and let cool. If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, and baking powder. Add the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and whisk to combine.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, beat the egg lightly and mix in the milk until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

Step 4

Gently fold in the corn kernels, chopped coriander, and sliced green onion, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed but without overmixing.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter per fritter into the pan, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon to form small rounds.

Step 6

Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.

Step 7

Serve the fritters warm with lime wedges on the side and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1159.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2053.4

Total Fat 94.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.6g
Cholesterol 290.5mg	0%
Sodium 1926.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.8g
Protein 50.6g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 445.9mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2157.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 50.6%