Peppered Corn Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Peppered Corn Fritters are a vibrant twist on a classic comfort food. Made with a delightful blend of yellow corn kernels, red and green bell peppers, and a hint of jalapeño for an optional kick, these fritters offer the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of cornmeal gives them a satisfying crunch, while green onions bring a fresh, zesty note. Quick and easy to prepare, these fritters are pan-fried to perfection in just minutes, making them an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a dollop of sour cream for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to disappear fast. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a must-try for fans of savory, vegetable-forward comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Yellow corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup Green bell pepper (diced)
• 3 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper (finely diced, optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs and then whisk in the milk.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Fold in the corn kernels, diced red and green bell peppers, green onions, and jalapeño (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking by testing a small drop of batter—it should sizzle immediately.

Step 6

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter into the skillet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon to create even discs.

Step 7

Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.

Step 8

Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve the fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1190.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1964.2

Total Fat 82.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 388.5mg	0%
Sodium 3329.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 41.9g
Protein 53.5g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 363.7mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2251.0mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 53.2%