Description
Southern corn fritters offer a crispy, golden gateway to comfort food bliss with sweet kernels nestled in a light, perfectly seasoned batter. Fresh corn and simple ingredients combine to create a crowd-pleasing side dish you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Frying Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by carefully slicing kernels from fresh cobs or thoroughly draining thawed frozen corn to ensure no excess moisture.
- Create a dry mixture by whisking flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika in a spacious mixing bowl until evenly distributed.
- In a separate vessel, vigorously beat eggs and milk until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent tough fritters, allowing some lumps to remain.
- Incorporate corn kernels, shredded cheddar, and finely chopped green onions into the batter, folding delicately to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, creating a shallow frying environment that ensures crisp exteriors.
- Carefully spoon batter into hot oil, using the back of the spoon to flatten each fritter into a uniform thickness.
- Fry each fritter for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, watching for a rich golden-brown color and crispy edges.
- Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Plate warm fritters immediately, optionally garnishing with a dollop of sour cream or an additional sprinkle of cheese for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Test corn for freshness by checking for plump, bright kernels without blemishes or discoloration.
- Drain corn thoroughly to prevent soggy fritters and ensure crispy exterior when frying.
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter integration and more consistent mixing.
- Avoid overmixing batter to maintain light, tender fritter texture and prevent toughness.
- Control oil temperature around 350°F for even cooking and golden-brown crispiness without burning.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour or almond flour for low-carb and celiac-friendly alternatives.
- Add jalapeños or cayenne pepper for extra heat and exciting flavor complexity.
- Store leftover fritters in refrigerator and reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg