Vegan Corn Fritters
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Vegan Corn Fritters are the perfect plant-based delight for any meal of the day! Made with sweet corn kernels, a hint of scallions and cilantro, and a tender cornmeal-infused batter, these fritters are both hearty and delicious. The recipe uses a clever flaxseed and water mixture as an egg substitute, ensuring the fritters are completely vegan while still packing a fantastic texture. Quick and easy to whip up in just 30 minutes, these fritters are pan-fried to perfection in coconut oil, making them irresistibly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Serve them as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of vegan sour cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Perfect for those seeking a savory, dairy-free twist on classic corn fritters, this recipe will surely become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.75 cup almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or other neutral oil) for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes gel-like. This will act as your egg substitute.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3
Add the almond milk to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
Step 4
Add the thickened flaxseed mixture to the batter and mix thoroughly.
Step 5
Gently fold in the corn kernels, chopped scallions, and cilantro into the batter.
Step 6
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, drop large spoonfuls of batter (about 2 tablespoons each) into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
Step 8
Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 9
Transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 10
Serve the fritters warm, optionally garnished with extra chopped cilantro or a dollop of vegan sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (698.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1223.9 |
| Total Fat 39.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2315.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.9g | |
| Protein 27.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 75.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 390.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 994.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories