Easy Corn Fritters
- MAKES
- 2 dozen
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
Our recipe for Easy Corn Fritters is a take-off on a traditional American classic. We've made it as easy as possible 'cause after all, isn't that what we need these days?
What You'll Need
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 (14-3/4-ounce) can cream-style corn
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn (thawed if frozen)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, or more as needed
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add eggs and salsa; mix well. Stir in both corns.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil . Drop batter into hot skillet 1 tablespoonful at a time and cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden, turning fritters halfway through cooking. Remove to a covered platter.
- Add another tablespoon oil to skillet. When hot, repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed, until all batter is used.
Just a Suggestion!
- Our Easy Corn Fritters can be served with an omelet instead of home fries, as an appetizer by themselves, or with warm salsa for dipping.
- Try some of our other great fritter recipes like our Pineapple Fritters or our Cowboy Bean Fritters.
- If you loved this easy corn recipe, be sure to check out our Country Corn Casserole.
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Rnbowgrl
Aug 13, 2018
I've heard of corn fritters before but never really thought about trying to make or eat them, as corn is just not high on my favorite foods list. Why I decided to stock up on canned corn when it was on sale is beyond me...but now I have all this corn and have no idea what to do with it. I like the idea of adding salsa to them so maybe it won't be so bad.
rac7431 2877525
Jul 30, 2017
When I make cornbread I always put some minced jalapenos in it. I think this would work great with these fritter.
grannytina1 272961 6
Jul 25, 2017
I use a can of whole kernel corn drained and 1/2 cup milk instead of salsa also used some of the liquid from the can instead of salsa I only use 1 -1/2 t baking powder and 1/2 t salt so not too salty been making these fro years
dalecu 8238495
Jul 13, 2016
Very easy, very tasty. I used both types of corn from the can, served the salsa on the side and sour cream on the side also. You could add some tasty cheese to the fritters if you wish.
chuckdi 4180368
Mar 31, 2016
Never made them with salsa before! Yummy. My grandkids used to call these corn cookies when they were young. Always served them with fried chicken instead of fries
rayjacque 8356500
Apr 15, 2015
I have had corn fritters served with warm maple syrup and home made apple sauce. Very good that way
trbeattie 7381294
Apr 08, 2015
We don't care for the flavor of salsa. Is it necessary? Is there a substitute we could try?
Test Kitchen Team
Apr 09, 2015
Hello - No, the salsa is not necessary to the recipe. Some substitutions you could try are: hot sauce, bacon bits, or scallions. Enjoy!
makedomary 9126826
Nov 12, 2014
Made these fritters today and was very disappointed. Totally tasteless. Tried putting salsa on some and wound up using maple syrup on others.
toniretman 5006408
Jun 20, 2014
very good. I only used 1/2 the salt, and as far as the salsa is concerned..I thought they were kind of bland, so I added salsa to the remaining portion of batter.
suzu2
Aug 31, 2013
very good and easy to make. My family definitely liked them. Next time I will reduce the salt though.
GoAskAlice
Aug 29, 2013
Not quite as "corn-y" as I'd hoped, and rather puffy. Maybe I'll try with less flour and a little more corn next time. Also TOO salty to my taste. it would be very helpful if there was nutrition information (calories, sodium, carbs, cholesterol, protein and vitamins) provided with the recipe. Trying to figure it out is a headache!
DeceberGirl1205
Aug 29, 2013
I saw this a couple of days ago and thought I would give it a try.
znita 9177687
Aug 28, 2013
Loved them. I flattened them out a little, I was afraid they would not be cooked in the middle. Excellent with some warm real maple syrup.
prettygoodcook 094 9373
Aug 28, 2013
meant to add to my earlier comment: I think the 1/4 cup of oil is much more than is needed. Using my good old standby, my well-seasoned cast iron skillet, there only needs to be a light coating on the pan, get it good and hot, and GO!
prettygoodcook 094 9373
Aug 28, 2013
I gave this a three-star rating because of the ease of prep - and not having to deep-fry them. BUT I agree with those who left out the salsa! I grew up in PA Dutch country, loving corn fritters, but - for me - they have to taste like corn, not something with Southwest seasoning!
tdzm 7811775
Aug 05, 2014
I agree that it's not a traditional corn fritter recipe, but as a side dish for a meal with southwest seasonings these would be great.
Larrynjudy12047 71 44494
Aug 27, 2013
I added onion, green pepper and jalapeo pepper ,replaced white flour with wheat,replaced eggs with flax seed and water,turned out really well.
mahoegberg 3608585
Aug 27, 2013
Very good and easy. I added some chili powder and cumin to spice it up. Great with just butter on top or salsa or sour cream.
jkschmid 5867446
Aug 27, 2013
I make corn fritters at least twice during the fresh sweet corn season here in Wisconsin. I never would put salsa or creamed corn into them. When we have a couple of ears left after having corn on the cob for our meal, I cut the left over off the cobb for our fritters. We eat them for breakfast with maple syrup. The whole family loves them. Try it, you'll like it. (as the old saying goes)
girlreddish 702984 6
Aug 27, 2013
I don't think these can be baked without doing something about the consistency. This is basically a pancake recipe with the addition of corn. I never used salsa and believe it can be left out. Not sure why they added it, perhaps a little more flavor. It surely will make the batter thinner, as will the creamed corn. One would have to adjust the liquid and dry ingredients to compensate. Mom used to make them with just a can of whole kernel corn and we loved them!
vicki070943 152283 9
Aug 27, 2013
I love corn fritters but this recipe is loaded with too much sodium. 2 tsp of salt and 2 tsp baking powder is a lot of sodium. I guess the recipe inventer doesn't have a heart problem that limits salt intake.
rjfeola 4258106
Aug 27, 2013
Can you bake these instead of frying?
Test Kitchen Team
Aug 29, 2013
This batter is too loose to bake in the oven. Similar to a pancake, it begins to cook once it hits the hot oil. The batter would run all over the baking sheet before it had a chance to start cooking. Thank you for your question!
Bellerophon
Aug 27, 2013
I would think that a sprinkle or a shake or two of some selected herbs and/or spices might add a bit of zest, as well.
nanaerm
Aug 27, 2013
This can be made even easier. The batter is basically a pancake batter so use a pancake mix as directed and add the corn and salsa as stir-ins. Crumbled cooked bacon and onion is good too.
joylo51 8820164
Jun 17, 2012
i made these and they were excellent. i didnt have any salsa so i used a couple of tblsp of buffalo chicken sauce and it worked.you need to add something for added flavor and fry til crispy. yum!
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