Crispy Fried Corn Fritters
Crispy Fried Corn Fritters
Ingredients
For the Corn Fritters
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, optional, for a touch of sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups whole kernel corn, fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned (drained well)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
For Frying
- 2 cups vegetable oil, or other high smoke point oil, as needed for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar (if using), salt, and black pepper. Ensure there are no large lumps.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the large egg and milk until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable. Fold in the corn kernels and sliced green onions.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 1 inch deep. Heat until it reaches 350°F or until a small drop of batter sizzles immediately upon contact.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Carefully drop spoonfuls (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) of the corn fritter batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Fry the fritters for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to gently flip them.
⏱️ 6 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Once golden brown, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter.
⏱️ 6 min
- 8
Serve the crispy fried corn fritters warm. They are delicious on their own or with a side of sour cream, salsa, or a spicy aioli.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Fried Corn Fritters
Ingredients
For the Corn Fritters
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, optional, for a touch of sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups whole kernel corn, fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned (drained well)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
For Frying
- 2 cups vegetable oil, or other high smoke point oil, as needed for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar (if using), salt, and black pepper. Ensure there are no large lumps.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the large egg and milk until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable. Fold in the corn kernels and sliced green onions.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 1 inch deep. Heat until it reaches 350°F or until a small drop of batter sizzles immediately upon contact.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Carefully drop spoonfuls (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) of the corn fritter batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Fry the fritters for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to gently flip them.
⏱️ 6 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Once golden brown, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter.
⏱️ 6 min - 8
Serve the crispy fried corn fritters warm. They are delicious on their own or with a side of sour cream, salsa, or a spicy aioli.
⏱️ 1 min