Golden Corn Cheddar Fritters (Printable)

Crisp fritters with sweet corn and sharp cheddar, perfect for starters or snacks.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
02 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
04 - 1/2 cup milk
05 - 2 large eggs

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 cup cornmeal, fine or medium grind
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Spices & Herbs

11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped

→ For Frying

13 - Vegetable oil for shallow frying

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth.
02 - Add flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the egg mixture; stir until a thick batter forms.
03 - Fold in corn kernels, grated cheddar, spring onions, and chopped herbs until evenly distributed.
04 - Pour approximately 1/4 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium heat.
05 - Spoon heaping tablespoons of batter into hot oil, flatten slightly with the back of a spoon, and fry 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
06 - Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
07 - Continue cooking remaining batter in batches, adding more oil as needed.
08 - Serve fritters hot with sour cream, salsa, or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They come together in under half an hour, no resting or chilling required.
  • The crispy exterior gives way to a soft, cheesy center that tastes like comfort in every bite.
  • You can serve them as a snack, a starter, or even breakfast if you're feeling bold.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the pan or the temperature will drop and your fritters will turn greasy instead of crispy.
  • If the batter seems too thick to spread, stir in a tablespoon of milk, if it's too runny, add a little more flour.
03 -
  • Test your oil with a small spoonful of batter first, if it takes longer than ten seconds to turn golden, raise the heat.
  • Keep the cooked fritters warm in a low oven while you finish the batch so they all stay crispy.
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