These tasty Corn Fritters feature a crisp exterior and a light, fluffy interior. The whole corn kernels are both sweet and juicy, providing the perfect flavor profile for these fritters.
Recipe Details
I’m truly fond of these delightful sweet Corn Fritters. With an incredible texture thanks to the whole corn kernels, they taste absolutely delicious. I often serve them as a side dish or enjoy them as a snack on their own. They are simply irresistible!
- TASTE: These fritters are packed with flavor thanks to sweet corn, flavorful chives, and rich butter.
- TEXTURE: The combination of a crispy outer layer and a fluffy interior filled with juicy corn kernels makes these Corn Fritters delightful.
- TIME: Preparing them takes roughly 35 minutes.
- EASE: The recipe is straightforward; just mix the ingredients and fry – it’s that simple.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Sweet corn: Frozen corn is ideal because it maintains its shape well.
- All-purpose flour: This ingredient forms the base of the fritter dough.
- Baking soda: This ingredient provides leavening, preventing the fritters from becoming too dense.
- Eggs: They bind the mixture and contribute to the lightness of the corn fritters.
- Chives: These add a subtle onion flavor.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Explore different types of corn: Canned corn or fresh corn can be utilized, but keep in mind that these options may not hold their shape as well as frozen corn.
- Change the oil: Opt for a high smoke point oil such as canola, vegetable, or peanut oil.
- Make it gluten-free: Substitute gluten-free flour to make these fritters gluten-friendly.
How to Make Corn Fritters
- Sift the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar by sifting them together. Mix the ingredients well with a whisk and set aside.
- Prepare the wet mixture. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and chopped chives together.
- Merge wet and dry ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Use a large balloon whisk to combine everything thoroughly.
- Incorporate the corn. Gently fold the corn into the mixture using a spatula.
- Prepare the oil. Pour around an inch of avocado oil into a deep frying pan or skillet and heat it to medium-high.
- Cook the corn fritters. Drop mounds of the corn fritter batter into the heated oil, cooking for a few minutes on each side until they reach a golden brown. Use a thin spatula to flip them and cook the other side for a few more minutes. Serve while warm.
Pro Tip: For perfectly rounded, uniform fritters, utilize a large ice cream scoop to drop the batter into the hot oil.
Recipe Tips
- Sift the dry ingredients: This process not only helps combine the dry components but also removes any lumps in the flour, resulting in a smoother batter.
- Avoid overmixing: It’s important to keep the batter airy due to the eggs, so mix just enough when combining wet and dry ingredients.
- Preheat the oil: Ensure the oil is hot before adding the batter; otherwise, the fritters will become greasy as they absorb too much oil during cooking.
- Use paper towels: After cooking, place the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to eliminate any excess oil before serving.
FAQs
Pancake batter and fritter batter are quite similar, but fritter batter is generally thicker to better hold the corn kernels. Pancake batter tends to include baking powder, which adds extra fluffiness, while fritters are somewhat denser.
If the oil temperature decreases, the fritters may absorb too much moisture, leading to sogginess or disintegration. Maintain a medium-high temperature. Also, don’t forget to include eggs, which help bind the mixture together.
Serving Suggestions
These homemade Corn Fritters are wonderfully tasty, featuring sweet corn, fresh chives, and a crispy exterior. Serve them with your preferred sauces, meats, potatoes, and vegetables.
- Sauces: Enjoy warm with garlic aioli, sour cream, Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce, Fry Sauce, or Yum Yum Sauce.
- Meats: These fritters complement dishes such as Braised Beef, Smoked Chicken Thighs, Cast Iron Ribeye Steak, or Pork Crown Roast beautifully.
- Potatoes: Pair with Air Fryer Corn on the Cob, Super Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, Scalloped Potatoes, or Air Fryer Baked Potatoes.
- Vegetables: Serve alongside Air Fryer Asparagus, Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, Cucumber Radish Salad, or Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli.
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: You can prepare the batter in advance, covering it and storing it in the refrigerator for up to a day. Allow it to return to room temperature before frying.
Storing: Once cooled, keep these Corn Fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the oven, on the stovetop, or in the microwave or air fryer.
Freeze: For longer storage, freeze the fritters in a ziplock freezer bag with parchment paper separating layers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
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Complete Recipe Instructions
Corn Fritters
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224kcal
Equipment
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1 Large ice cream scoop
Ingredients
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1 cup
all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp
salt
1 tsp
baking soda
1 Tbsp
granulated sugar
4 cups
corn kernels
fresh or frozen
2
eggs
whisked
2 Tbsp
unsalted butter
melted
1/2 cup
milk
whole or 2%
2 tsp
chives
chopped
Avocado oil
for frying
Sour cream or garlic aioli for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar; sift them together.
- Combine the ingredients thoroughly using a whisk and then set the mixture aside.“`
- In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, melted butter, and chopped chives using a whisk.
- Next, add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients.
- Utilize a large balloon whisk to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
- Gently fold the corn into the batter with a spatula.
- Pour about an inch of avocado oil, or any oil with a high smoke point, into a deep frying pan and heat it over medium-high.
- Utilize a large ice cream scoop to drop spoonfuls of the corn fritter mixture into the hot oil. Cook for several minutes on each side, flipping them with a thin spatula, and allow the other side to fry for a few more minutes. Serve warm, accompanied by garlic aioli or sour cream.
Nutrition
Calories:
224
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
35
g
|
Protein:
7
g
|
Fat:
7
g
|
Saturated Fat:
4
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
2
g
|
Trans Fat:
0.2
g
|
Cholesterol:
67
mg
|
Sodium:
630
mg
|
Potassium:
220
mg
Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 8 g | Vitamin A: 292 IU | Vitamin C: 2 mg | Calcium: 41 mg | Iron: 2 mg
