Low Fat Bakwan Jagung

Dive into the irresistible flavors of Low Fat Bakwan Jagung, a lighter take on Indonesia’s beloved corn fritters. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of fresh corn kernels with aromatic scallions, garlic, and a hint of spice from red chili, all bound together in a batter made with all-purpose and rice flour for a delicate crisp. The use of egg whites and a non-stick skillet with a light spray of vegetable oil ensures a guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing texture or flavor. Perfectly golden and seasoned with coriander, black pepper, and a touch of salt, these low-fat fritters are a healthier alternative to the deep-fried classic. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re an ideal snack or side dish for any occasion. Serve warm and let these wholesome treats delight your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Fresh corn kernels
• 60 grams All-purpose flour
• 15 grams Rice flour
• 2 large Egg whites
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 1 small Red chili
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0 as needed Vegetable oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Thinly slice the scallions including both white and green parts.

Step 3

De-seed and finely chop the red chili.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, chopped garlic, scallions, and red chili.

Step 5

Add the all-purpose flour, rice flour, coriander powder, salt, black pepper, and baking powder to the corn mixture, and mix well.

Step 6

Whisk the egg whites until frothy, then pour them into the corn mixture to form a batter. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 7

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and coat it lightly with vegetable oil cooking spray.

Step 8

For each fritter, spoon about 2 tablespoons of the batter onto the skillet, flattening it slightly with the back of the spoon.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the fritters from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(403.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	515.6

Total Fat 3.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2734.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 22.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69.3mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 912.0mg	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: 6.3%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 77.3%