Southern-Style Corn Fritters with Fresh Corn & Crispy Crust
Southern-inspired corn fritters with sweet corn flavor and a crunchy golden crust. Ideal for a snack or side dish that evokes true Southern charm.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Spatula
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Fritters:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar, for a hint of sweetness
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, or cilantro
For Frying:
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or canola oil
Instructions
Prepare the Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Whisk until evenly mixed.1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and honey (or sugar) until smooth.1/2 cup milk, 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon honey
Combine Batter and Add Corn:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the corn kernels, green onions, and parsley.1 1/2 cups fresh, 2 green onions, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Heat Oil:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.1/4 cup vegetable oil
Cook the Fritters:
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of batter into the pan for each fritter, spacing them apart. Flatten each slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Serve:
- Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or appetizer.
Notes
Add a Twist: For extra flavor, try adding diced bell pepper or jalapeño to the batter.
Serve with a Dip: These fritters pair well with a tangy dipping sauce like sour cream, ranch, or aioli.
Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or on the stovetop to maintain crispiness.
Serve with a Dip: These fritters pair well with a tangy dipping sauce like sour cream, ranch, or aioli.
Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or on the stovetop to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 394kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 447mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1828IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 159mgIron: 4mg
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