Description
These Cheesy Corn Fritters are crispy on the outside and packed with sweet corn, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. Perfect as a snack or side dish, these golden fritters are easy to prepare and fried to a perfect crisp in just minutes. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a deliciously satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or 1 cup canned corn)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Frying
- Oil for frying (approximately 1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Shuck fresh corn kernels from the cob or drain canned corn thoroughly. Finely chop the green onions to be folded into the batter later.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture until evenly mixed.
- Add eggs and combine: Crack the eggs into the dry ingredients and whisk until you create a smooth batter without lumps. Be careful not to overmix to keep the batter light.
- Fold in corn and onions: Gently fold the fresh or canned corn kernels and chopped green onions into the batter, distributing them evenly.
- Incorporate cheese: Carefully fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Aim to keep pockets of cheese intact for gooey, melted bites within the fritters.
- Heat the oil: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of oil into a skillet and heat it over medium heat until the oil shimmers but doesn’t smoke.
- Fry the fritters: Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, spacing them out so they don’t stick together. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain the excess oil.
- Serve warm: Serve the cheesy corn fritters warm with your preferred dipping sauce, such as sour cream, spicy mayo, or salsa.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh corn kernels, but canned corn can be a convenient substitute.
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to avoid greasy fritters.
- You can add spices like paprika or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Leftover fritters reheat well in an air fryer or skillet for crispiness.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
