Best 8 Corn And Red Pepper Fritters Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a culinary delight that seamlessly blends the vibrant flavors of corn and red peppers in a symphony of crispy fritters. These fritters are not just ordinary appetizers; they're golden-brown morsels of perfection that burst with a symphony of sweet corn kernels, roasted red peppers, and a medley of aromatic spices. Embark on a culinary journey with three tantalizing recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. The classic Corn and Red Pepper Fritters offer a harmonious balance of flavors, while the Vegan Corn and Red Pepper Fritters cater to those seeking plant-based indulgence. For a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Corn and Red Pepper Fritters provide a delectable alternative without compromising taste. Whichever path you choose, these fritters promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEPPERED CORN FRITTERS



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The addition of cumin complements the corn and peppers in these fritters that will be eaten up as quick as you can make them! -Precious Owens, Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 fritters.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup finely chopped green onions
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, red pepper and onions. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cumin, salt and pepper; stir into corn mixture. Gradually add milk, stirring until blended. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 to 2-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CORN AND RED PEPPER FRITTERS



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Make and share this Corn and Red Pepper Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter, melted
4 ears corn, with kernels sliced off
1 red pepper, finely chopped
oil, for frying
salt, for garnishing

Steps:

  • Mix flour, baking powder, salt and sugar together in a large bowl.
  • Gently stir in egg, milk and melted butter.
  • Use a potato masher to crush about 1/3 of corn kernels.
  • Fold mashed kernels into batter along with the remaining whole kernels and diced pepper.
  • Heat oil and spoon mixture by heaping tablespoon into hot oil.
  • Cook for 2 minutes and turn to cook reverse side until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels and top a little sprinkle of salt.

EASY FRESH CORN FRITTERS



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Excellent with fresh corn when it's in season!

Provided by Anna Silvani-Morrison

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 egg whites
1 ⅔ cups fresh corn kernels
3 egg yolks, beaten
¼ cup sifted all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 dash ground red pepper
6 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks.
  • Mix corn, egg yolks, flour, salt, and red pepper together in a large bowl; fold beaten egg whites into the corn mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop corn mixture into hot oil by the tablespoonful in several spots without crowding the pan; cook until browned and set, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 102.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 232.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CONFETTI CORN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons good olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 small orange bell pepper, 1/2-inch diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kernels cut from 5 ears yellow or white corn (4 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil, minced fresh chives, and/or minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, until the onion is soft. Stir in the bell pepper and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Over medium heat, add the corn, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until the corn just loses its starchiness. Season to taste, gently stir in the basil or other green herbs, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calorie, Fat 9.5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 494 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CORN AND RED PEPPER MEDLEY



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This is a very quick side dish that pairs well with grilled foods. It's very colorful and easy to make. (I wish my camera was not broken so I could show you how pretty it is!) It comes from Light & Tasty magazine.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     Corn

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups corn
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large sweet red peppers, chopped
1/2 cup sweet onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8-1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil and cook the corn for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the red peppers, onions, and garlic, and saute for 4-6 minutes.
  • Stir in the parsley, chili powder, salt and pepper and cook for another minute or two.

CORN FRITTERS



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These delicious corn fritters are crunchy, crispy, and oh so satisfying. They make for a tasty appetizer or side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Yield Makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup whole milk
1 large egg
2 cups yellow corn kernels (from 2 ears corn)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Honey, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and cayenne. Add milk and egg to flour mixture and stir together to create a batter. Add corn and fold to combine.
  • Heat 4 inches oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over high heat until a deep-fry thermometer reaches 375 degrees. Working in batches, using a small ice cream scoop or two spoons, drop batter by the tablespoon into the oil. Cook, turning occasionally, until cooked through and deep-golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes; adjust heat as needed to keep oil temperature between 350 and 360 degrees. Transfer fritters to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet. Season to taste with salt, and serve immediately with honey.

CORN AND SWEET-PEPPER FRITTERS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 12 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1 cup finely chopped sweet pepper, preferably red
1 cup finely chopped scallions
1 teaspoon finely minced green hot peppers, like jalapeno
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Put the corn in a mixing bowl and add the sweet pepper, scallions and hot pepper. Sprinkle with the cumin, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, and stir to blend. Add the milk, and stir to blend thoroughly.
  • Heat enough oil barely to cover the bottom of a pan, preferably nonstick. Spoon the batter, about 1/4 cup at a time, into the pan, and cook the fritters about 2 minutes or until golden brown on one side. Turn, and cook about 2 minutes on the second side. As you prepare each batch of fritters, add oil to the pan as necessary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 128, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 174 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CORN 'N' RED PEPPER MEDLEY



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This fresh-tasting side dish is a fun treatment for corn. It's colorful, comes together quickly on the stovetop and goes well with just about any main course, particularly grilled items.-Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh corn
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large sweet red peppers, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook corn in oil for 2 minutes. Add the red peppers, onion and garlic; cook and stir for 4-6 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender. Stir in the parsley, chili powder, salt and pepper; cook 1-2 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh corn and red peppers will give your fritters the best flavor. If you can't find fresh corn, you can use frozen corn that has been thawed and drained.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the fritters tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Cook the fritters over medium heat: Medium heat will help the fritters cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the fritters hot: Corn and red pepper fritters are best served hot out of the pan. You can top them with your favorite sauce or salsa.

Conclusion:

Corn and red pepper fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a side dish. With their sweet and savory flavor, these fritters are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these corn and red pepper fritters a try. You won't be disappointed!

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