Description
Cheesy Corn Fritters are crispy, golden-brown bites featuring sweet corn kernels, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions. These savory fritters are fried to perfection in a skillet, making a perfect appetizer or snack that’s quick to prepare and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or 1 cup canned corn)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Frying
- Oil for frying (approximately 1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Shuck fresh corn or drain canned corn, and finely chop the green onions to ensure even mixing in the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Add Eggs and Mix: Add the eggs to the dry mixture and whisk until you get a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Fold in Corn and Green Onions: Gently fold the corn kernels and chopped green onions into the batter to evenly distribute without breaking up the corn too much.
- Add Cheese: Carefully fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, taking care to maintain pockets of cheese throughout the batter for gooey bites.
- Heat Oil and Fry: Heat about 1/4 cup of oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying each fritter for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until they become golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve warm, optionally with your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for a sweeter, fresher flavor, but canned corn works well too.
- Keep the oil temperature consistent to avoid greasy fritters.
- These fritters are best served immediately but can be reheated in the oven for a quick snack.
- Feel free to add chopped herbs like cilantro or parsley for extra freshness.
- You can make the batter ahead and refrigerate for up to 1 hour before frying.
