Kale Corn Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Kale Corn Fritters are a delightful fusion of wholesome greens and sweet corn nestled in a fluffy, savory batter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, this easy recipe combines finely chopped kale and sweet corn with a lightly spiced batter made from all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and a hint of garlic powder and paprika. The flash-fry technique ensures a satisfying crunch while keeping the fritters tender inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a versatile option for weeknight dinners or party platters. Serve these fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or pair them with a fresh salad for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. Ideal for fans of veggie-packed comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups kale leaves
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the kale leaves. Remove the tough stems and finely chop the leaves.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped kale, sweet corn kernels, and chopped green onion until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Use enough oil to coat the bottom of the skillet but not deep fry.

Step 7

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter for each fritter and drop it into the hot skillet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.

Step 8

Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve the Kale Corn Fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(725.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1434.7

Total Fat 76.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 230.5mg	0%
Sodium 1873.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 407.4mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 1680.9mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 44.8%