Corn Fritters

Bring a taste of summer to your table with these golden, crispy Corn Fritters! Packed with sweet bursts of fresh (or canned) corn kernels, these easy-to-make fritters are a delightful combination of fluffy, savory batter and a touch of sweetness from the corn. A blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal ensures every bite has the perfect balance of lightness and crunch, while chopped scallions and optional fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley elevate the flavor to something truly special. Perfectly pan-fried to golden perfection, these fritters are ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light snack. Whether you’re dipping them in your favorite sauce or enjoying them fresh off the skillet, Corn Fritters are guaranteed to be a hit! Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh corn kernels (or canned)
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil, for frying
• 0.25 cup Chopped scallions
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and melted butter until well blended.

Step 3

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 4

Fold in the corn kernels, chopped scallions, and cilantro or parsley, if using.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the batter per fritter into the skillet, spacing them apart to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Cook the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8

Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy the crispy and flavorful corn fritters.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2149.4

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 445.0mg	0%
Sodium 2116.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 49.3g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 265.2mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1773.5mg	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: 42.2%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 49.0%