Crispy on the outside, soft and moist on the inside, these corn fritters are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with fresh corn kernels, flour, eggs, and a touch of spices, these fritters are packed with flavor and texture. Serve them with a dollop of tangy hot and spicy oriental relish for an extra kick. If you're looking for a vegan option, there's a recipe for vegan corn fritters made with almond milk and flax eggs. And for those who prefer a gluten-free version, there's a recipe for gluten-free corn fritters made with almond flour and tapioca starch. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and versatile corn fritters.
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CORN FRITTERS WITH HOT & SPICY ORIENTAL RELISH
I"ve been tweaking this recipe. It's a combination of several that I've tried. Absolutely delicious with fresh corn however frozen or canned corn can be substituted.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories Corn
Time 25m
Yield 12-14 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the relish.
- Heat the wok, add the oil, and when hot add the onions and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the chilies and garlic, stir-fry for 1 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Stir in the plum sauce and transfer to a food processor and blend until the consistency of chutney.
- Set aside.
- FRITTERS:.
- Cut kernels from 1 to 2 ears of corn and place in bowl. This should yield approximately 1 cup of whole corn kernels.
- Grate kernels from remaining 1 to 2 ears on large holes of box grater (yielding 1/2 cup + of grated kernels).
- Place in bowl with whole corn kernels.
- Using the back of a knife, scrape any pulp remaining on all cobs into bowl.
- (If using frozen or canned corn, place the corn in a food processor and blend briefly until just mashed.).
- Stir in beaten egg, flour, cornmeal, cream, shallot, salt and cayenne.
- Heat oil in large heavy bottomed non-stick skillet (or cast-iron)over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Drop 6 heaping tablespoons batter in pan.
- Fry until golden brown or about 1 minute per side.
- Transfer fritters to plate lined with paper towels.
- Arrange on warmed serving platter, garnish with cilantro and serve immediatly with spicy relish.
- NOTE: Batter can be prepared ahead, cover & refrigerate up to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 130.7, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 3
CORN FRITTERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 3/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon each baking powder and pepper in a bowl. Whisk 1/2 cup milk and 2 eggs in another bowl; stir in the flour mixture. Add 2 cups corn, 1/4 cup each chopped cilantro and scallions, 1 chopped jalapeno and the zest and juice of 1/2 lime. Cook 1/4 cupfuls in a skillet with olive oil, 2 minutes per side. Serve with Greek yogurt.
SPICY CORN FRITTERS
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, turmeric, cumin seeds, garam masala, cayenne, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Pour in the milk and buttermilk and stir until just mixed. Stir in the corn.
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add oil to a depth of 1 1/2 inches. When the oil is very hot, working in batches, drop in rounded tablespoons of the batter and fry, turning the fritters occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot with corn chowder or clam chowder or on their own as an appetizer.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 188, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 244 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPICY CORN FRITTERS
Variety is the spice of life, so shake up those traditional corn fritters with corn and green chiles-and get the party going with a new twist on an old favorite!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In deep fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3 inches of oil to 375°F.
- In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, cold water and egg until blended. Stir in corn and chiles.
- Drop about 5 to 6 small spoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry 2 to 3 minutes, turning as necessary, until well browned. With slotted spoon, remove fritters from oil; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining fritters. Serve warm with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Fritter, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICY CORN FRITTERS
Variety is the spice of life, so shake up those traditional corn fritters with corn and green chiles-and get the party going with a new twist on an old favorite! From Betty Crocker's Soul Food Collection.
Provided by Pinay0618
Categories Quick Breads
Time 25m
Yield 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In deep fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3 inches of oil to 375°F.
- In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, cold water and egg until blended. Stir in corn and chiles.
- Drop about 5 to 6 small spoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry 2 to 3 minutes, turning as necessary, until well browned. With slotted spoon, remove fritters from oil; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining fritters. Serve warm with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.4, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 108.2, Sodium 2298.9, Carbohydrate 124.1, Fiber 8, Sugar 22.9, Protein 19.9
Tips and Conclusion
To ensure perfect corn fritters, it's crucial to use fresh corn kernels. Frozen or canned corn will result in a less flavorful fritter. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using. To achieve a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, make sure the batter is not too thick. A thinner batter will spread more easily in the pan, creating a crispier crust. Conversely, a thicker batter will result in a denser fritter. For a flavorful relish, use a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs. The combination of sweet corn, crunchy vegetables, and tangy herbs creates a relish that perfectly complements the corn fritters. When frying the fritters, maintain a consistent oil temperature to ensure even cooking. Overcrowding the pan can cause the oil temperature to drop, resulting in soggy fritters. Allow the fritters to drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving. This will help achieve a crispy texture. Serve the corn fritters warm with the hot and spicy oriental relish for a delightful appetizer or side dish.
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