Savory Corn Fritters Recipe (2024)

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EJ

What does this mean, "leftover lobster"?? Is this something like leftover wine which I also struggle to understand? :)

Kelly Ras

Keep these on the smaller side - they’re crispier and brown more evenly. Next time, I’ll add some cilantro & maybe diced jalapeño.

Maximus

These came out great. Be sure the heat is on medium-low (as mentioned in the recipe). My first batch was cooked on medium-high and the exploding fresh corn kernels got me a few times. The last two batches were much better.

Shelley

Excellent. Had batter left over, and the corn cakes made days later were just as delicious. Yoghurt is the perfect accompaniment. Make sure there is some sort of hot pepper—cayenne, crushed red, chopped Thai—in the batter.

Diane

Been making these all summer with fresh corn and chopped red pepper. Two ears will do. A quarter cup measure makes the ideal scooper for fritters the perfect size for flipping. Great with grilled jerk chicken on a stick. Sour cream with honey, lime juice and zest, olive oil, and S&P on the side.

B.Kroll

I used GF flour, increased the baking powder by a half teaspoon and let the batter sit a room temp for about an hour. They were delicious! I don't think one would know that they we GF unless I told them.

Rebecca

Added jalapeños to the batter and topped with sour cream and a squeeze of lemon. Delicious!

JL

I made this with almond flour to lighten it up a bit. Quite good. I made a couple one night then refrigerated the batter and brought it back to room temperature before using the next day. It was even better.

Randy Tindall

My wife and I love corn fritters, but I have had a terrible time with the kernels exploding, loudly and painfully, in the hot oil, splattering everywhere. Use a splatter shield, eye protection and long sleeves. Not joking! One comment suggested using lower heat, so I'll try that next time.

KG

So yummy! Made with a sour cream, zested lime rind, lime juice, salt, pepper, and cumin sauce on the side.

Gwen605

I made this recipe to go with the peach meatball recipe, I would like to tell you all that it was a perfect pairing, but alas every time I drained them they seemed to disappear. Soon with salt and some with sour cream from all my family. I hope to have some of my own next weekend!

susan

Yum yum yum! Cut all ingredients in half with no downside. These do cook quickly so watch the heat. Pan fried in a cast iron skillet, browned very fast. But so good! Paired with sautéed sea scallops. Perfect end to Labor Day weekend.

Betsy

I’m added cilantro as suggested by another cook and used green Tabasco instead of cayenne. Half of the recipe made 14 fritters and were delicious reheated for breakfast.

Read

I make a close variant of this, though with a mix of fine cornmeal and flour. I've found the canned corn that's called "crisp" stays more crisp when further cooked than does frozen or sometimes even fresh corn—I assume it's a variety bred to stay crisp even through the high-heat canning process.

Bernadette

Made recipe as is and it was great - it makes a lot of fritters! Nice for breakfast and will see how they freeze.

Natasha

Delicious! Lovely contrast of textures between the light cheesy batter and the sweet corn kernals. I used frozen corn and added some minced pickled jalapenos. Made half the recipe with all the ingredients at room temperature and fried 2 batches of 5 fritters in a 10” cast iron pan kept on the low side of medium with a minimal amount of canola oil. Didn’t have an exploding corn problem but was ready with a splatter guard. They fry quickly and stay together. They are good hot, room temp, or cold.

Josée

Made those as appetisers and served them with plain yogurt mixed with the zest of one lemon. Instead of the cayenne pepper in the batter I added a diced green serrano chilli pepper. I had enough dough to make at least 24 fritters. They were delicious, no exploding corn! We had few fritters leftover that the kids brought in their lunches the next day!

Valentine

Awesome recipe! For those of us who cannot eat 18 fritters because of being 1 or 2 people around the table, the recipe divides well!

Lauren

I made 1.5 of a recipe and got 30 fritters for a party. They were a huge hit. The seasoning is very adjustable.

Jeanne

I love corn fritters and this is an excellent recipe. The low-to-medium heat is key for a tender fritter without popping corn kernels. I loved the rich cheddar flavor and the cayenne.

Christy

We loved these. Didn’t have enough corn, substituted grated zucchini. Also swapped in cornmeal for a bit of the flour. You can reheat in the toaster on day 2!

abgor

Should the fresh corn (from the cob) be cooked first?

Jeanne

No—use the raw kernels.

Love these fritters!

Had loads of corn (it's August) and made this mostly as it, but added a jalapeño (suggested from comments). Also, made sour cream with a little lime and tajin seasoning. This was a great summer dinner. Just served with a salad. Perfect!

Aurelie

4 ears = 3 cups

meg

Has anyone sir fried these?

MaryS

Used 3/8 t garlic powder and added 1/4 t smoked paprika. Could still use more spice. Remember to use cookie scoop. Leftover batter holds.

G7

I like this recipe as written, but I like it better with corn flour (masa) instead of wheat flour. It needs a little more liquid with corn flour

NT

A great recipe! I let the batter sit for a couple hours. I added cilantro. I find the popping corn was a bit dangerous. I would add diced hot peppers next time. Was delicious.

David B.

I made these per the recipe and they were delicious! A perfect blend of ingredients. Unlike some fritter recipes, these were fairly easy to flip without a lot if mess, and they kept warm nicely in the oven as I prepared the rest of the meal. I used the leftover batter 2 days later to make another batch and they came out just as good as the first time. A keeper.

Sharon J

Agree on keeping them smaller and adding hatch or jalapeño chilies. These will make a great appetizer with co*cktails and wine. Can make ahead and reheat in air fryer. Keeper.

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Savory Corn Fritters Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why are my fritters not crispy? ›

The most common causes for soggy fritters are too much batter (basic flour and egg batter like used in pancakes will never cook up crispy), and whatever you're frittering leeches too much water when cooking.

Why are my corn fritters falling apart? ›

If your oil temperature drops, the fritters will soak up excess oil while cooking, leaving them soggy. Why are my corn fritters falling apart? If using frozen or canned corn, make sure to drain well to eliminate excess moisture. Always spoon and level dry ingredients to make sure your measurements are consistent.

Does baking soda make fritters crispy? ›

Is baking soda or powder best for frying? A pinch of baking soda can help produce crispy fried foods. It reacts with the acid in the batter to create carbon dioxide bubbles. These lead to an airy batter and a crisper, fluffier result.

What makes batter more crispy? ›

Rice flour and cornstarch work particularly well because they fry up crispier than wheat flour. They also absorb less moisture and fat during the frying process, making the products less greasy. This is why rice flour is often used when making tempura because it produces a very thin and crispy, dry crust.

What can I use to bind fritters instead of egg? ›

16 egg substitutes
  1. Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter. ...
  2. Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent. ...
  3. Fruit puree. Fruit puree will help bind a recipe in a similar way to applesauce. ...
  4. Avocado. ...
  5. Gelatin. ...
  6. Xanthan gum. ...
  7. Vegetable oil and baking powder. ...
  8. Margarine.
Mar 30, 2021

What is the difference between corn fritters and hush puppies? ›

What's the difference between corn fritters and hush puppies? While both corn fritters and hush puppies are deliciously crispy fried treats, corn fritters require a key ingredient: corn. Whether fresh or frozen, corn is the main ingredient in fritters, while cornmeal is the star of hush puppy recipes.

Should fritter batter be thick? ›

You want a thick batter for these fritters. If you find it's a little too thin simply add in some more flour. If the batters too thick (can still see flour etc), add a dash of milk. The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape on a tablespoon without pouring off everywhere.

What consistency should fritter batter be? ›

Instead of running from the spoon in a broad shining band, a consistency that the French call au ruban, the batter should start to run for about 1 1/2-inch length, then drop in successive long triangular “splats.” When the batter is this consistency, beat it until very smooth.

Why do you put baking powder in fritters? ›

They just need a simple, light batter of flour, cornstarch, and baking powder mixed with seltzer to tie them together. The seltzer and baking powder ensure that the fritters are shatteringly crisp–even slightly tired vegetables emerge from the oil crunchy, fresh, and sweet.

What makes batter crispy baking soda or baking powder? ›

Baking soda doesn't, but baking powder does. Don't use it in huge quantities, but like, a teaspoon of baking powder to a cup of flour when making a batter will elicit extra crispiness.

What powder makes food crispy? ›

But the baking powder is key, because it acts like a salt. It helps draw moisture to the surface, where it can evaporate. Since they have similar reactions, we typically combine baking powder and table salt to amplify this effect, resulting in extra-crispiness.

Is pancake batter the same as fritter batter? ›

A fritter batter is a muffin batter without butter (fat). How does pancake batter fit in? Right in the middle of the two because it use 1/2 part fat, but keeps the other core components the same. These all fall under the quick bread family, which use baking powder or soda as a leavener.

How can I thicken my fritter batter? ›

Adding flour to a wetter batter will give you the thick consistency you want. Add crumbled stock cubes for a flavourful kick! Add as little or as much as you like (or none at all), depending on the flavour you want.

What goes with corn fritters? ›

The best side dishes to serve with corn fritters are cheese dip, chili con carne, bacon wrapped asparagus, mozzarella sticks, pineapple salsa, salad nicoise, grilled shrimp skewers, black bean salad, coleslaw, sweet potato fries, spicy mayo dip, butter garlic green beans, corn on the cob, and baked beans.

Why are my fritters soft? ›

When frying, work in batches and avoid sticking the fritters too close together in the pan. If they are too close, they'll create steam which will make them too soft. Use hot oil! Don't add the fritters to the pan until the oil is nice and hot.

How do you stop soggy fritters? ›

Tips and Tricks
  1. Squeeze out any excess water from the vegetables such as potatoes and zucchini after grating to prevent soggy fritters.
  2. If you find the mixture is too wet, add additional flour.
  3. Try and make the fritters approximately the same size so that they cook evenly in the oven.
Jul 17, 2023

How do you make fritters less soggy? ›

The eggs you use need to be small and cold. Larger eggs have more water from the egg white, resulting in wetter batter and sad, soggy fritters. The reason you want a cold egg is because cold liquid helps to slow the development of gluten when liquid and flour are added together, which makes for a better texture!

Why are my potato fritters soggy? ›

If your potato fritters are soggy, it's likely because too much liquid remained in your vegetables or the oil and skillet weren't hot enough. A hot skillet with hot oil is how you keep potato pancakes crispy.

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