Easy Fried Corn Fritters Recipe
Crispy Southern Corn Fritters are the absolute best summer recipe! You simply need fresh, frozen, or canned corn to mix into a cheesy batter, and then pan fry the patties until you have a sweet and crispy dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet kernel corn fresh, previously frozen, or canned
- 1 cup flour gluten-free 1-to-1 blend
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- 1- 1 ¼ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 Tbsp. sugar optional
- ⅓ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 2 eggs whisked
- ⅓ cup milk cashew or almond milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterrey jack
- 2-3 Tbsp. avocado oil
- Green onions optional
- Sour cream* optional
Instructions
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If using previously frozen corn, either rinse it until warm water until thawed or thaw at room temperature. Dab with a paper towel until completely dried.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, pepper and sugar in a large bowl. Add corn, cilantro, whisked eggs, milk, and cheese. Stir until mixture is well combined.
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Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large stainless steel or cast iron skillet. Heat oil until it begins to sizzle.
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Measure out ~⅓ cup of batter for each fritter. Place batter for 4-5 fritters evenly spaced into the skillet. Press each one down lightly with the back of a spatula and cook for 3-4 minutes per side.
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You’ll know the corn fritters are done cooking when they fluff up and turn lightly browned and crispy.
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Serve corn fritters with a dollop of sour cream* or some homemade aioli with a sprinkle of green onions.
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Recipe Notes
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: Make up a batch of these fritters in advance and reheat when ready to serve. You can also prepare the batter up to 24 hours in advance and fry them just before serving.
- To Store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- To Freeze: Place a piece of wax or parchment paper between each fritter before storing in a freezer safe container or storage bag for up to 4-6 months.
- To Reheat: Add a bit of oil or butter to a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook them on both sides for 2 minutes or until heated through.