Corn and Polenta Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Corn and Polenta Fritters are a delightful fusion of creamy polenta, sweet corn kernels, and zesty chives, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like Parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, and eggs with the rich texture of cooked polenta for fritters that are light yet satisfying. Enhanced with a hint of black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil, each fritter boasts a perfect balance of crisp edges and tender insides. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are versatile enough to pair with sour cream, a squeeze of lemon, or your favorite dipping sauce, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Try this quick and delicious polenta fritter recipe today for a creative twist on classic corn dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 g Polenta (fine or medium grind)
• 250 ml Milk
• 250 ml Water
• 150 g Sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 50 g All-purpose flour
• 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 3 tbsp Olive oil (or vegetable oil for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the milk and water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously to prevent clumping. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the polenta thickens. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled polenta, sweet corn kernels, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, baking powder, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the batter is evenly combined.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 5

Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the pan, using the back of a spoon to flatten slightly. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Fry each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.

Step 8

Serve warm with sour cream, a squeeze of lemon, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1013.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1524.1

Total Fat 74.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 445.2mg	0%
Sodium 3933.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 59.3g	0%

Vitamin D 195.4IU	0%
Calcium 965.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1154.6mg	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: 43.2%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 41.6%