Description
These Cheesy Corn Fritters are a delicious appetizer or side dish made with corn, cheddar cheese, and a flavorful blend of spices. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fritters are perfect for snacking or as a party dish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
Add-Ins:
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
For Frying:
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until smooth. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in the corn, shredded cheese, green onions, and parsley.
- Fry Fritters: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the skillet, flattening slightly. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the pan and drain excess oil on paper towels. Serve warm with sour cream or dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can use a mix of cheeses such as mozzarella or pepper jack for extra flavor.
- To add spice, include finely chopped jalapeños to the batter.
- Fritters can be kept warm in a low oven if making a large batch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
