Description
These Easy Corn Fritters are a delicious and simple snack or side dish, combining sweet corn with fresh herbs, cheese, and a hint of spice. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they are perfect for any occasion and can be served with sour cream and fresh lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups corn (2 cans of sweet whole kernel corn)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onion (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (diced, deseeded and membrane removed)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
For Garnish (Optional)
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onion
Instructions
- Prepare the corn mixture: Using a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, chopped cilantro, green onion, diced jalapeño, and fresh lime juice. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and chili powder until fully combined.
- Combine dry and wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the corn mixture, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Add eggs, milk, and cheese: Fold in the lightly beaten eggs, whole milk, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese until the batter is uniform and well mixed.
- Heat the pan: Place a medium-sized skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm but not smoke.
- Scoop the batter: Using a medium ice cream scooper, portion the batter onto the heated pan, making evenly sized fritters.
- Flatten the fritters: Lightly press down each fritter with a flat spatula to ensure even cooking and a crispy surface.
- Cook first side: Let the fritters cook for about 3-5 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the bottom is crisp.
- Flip and cook another side: Carefully flip each fritter and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until fully cooked through and golden on both sides.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the cooked fritters from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any extra oil.
- Season and garnish: Once all fritters are cooked, sprinkle them with additional salt and pepper to taste, squeeze some fresh lime juice over them, and optionally garnish with sour cream and chopped green onion before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use a medium ice cream scooper for evenly sized fritters to ensure uniform cooking.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity for preferred spice level or omit for a milder flavor.
- Allowing the fritters to rest briefly on paper towels helps reduce excess oil for a lighter dish.
- Fresh lime juice added both in the batter and as a finishing touch brightens the flavor profile.
- Monterey Jack cheese adds a mild creaminess; substitute with mozzarella or cheddar if desired.
- These fritters can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
