Savory Southern-Style Corn Fritters
These Savory Southern-Style Corn Fritters are a delightful twist on traditional fritters, celebrating the sweetness of corn with a crispy exterior and a fluffy inside. Perfect as a side dish or light meal, these fritters are easy to make and a hit with both kids and adults. Serve them warm with your choice of applesauce, syrup, or butter for an extra treat. Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a quick family dinner, these corn fritters will be a standout on your table.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
corn
15 ounces (drained and reserved juice)
eggs
2 medium (beaten)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
flour
1 cup
baking powder
1 teaspoon
sugar
1 teaspoon
bacon grease or margarine
for frying (to keep fritters from sticking)
Instructions
1
Begin by draining the canned corn and measuring the liquid; set aside 1/4 cup of the corn juice for later use.
2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the reserved corn juice with the beaten eggs. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth.
3
Add in the salt, flour, baking powder, and sugar into the bowl, mixing until there are no lumps present.
4
Gently fold in the drained corn, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
5
In a large cast-iron skillet, heat approximately 2 tablespoons of bacon grease or margarine over medium-high heat until hot.
6
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the batter for each fritter and carefully place it into the skillet, cooking about 3 or 4 fritters at a time.
7
Fry the fritters until they are golden brown on one side; this may take a little longer than traditional pancakes due to the thickness of the batter. Once crispy, flip and brown the other side.
8
Once fully cooked, transfer the fritters to a warm plate and keep them warm while you repeat with the remaining batter, adding more grease or margarine as necessary.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Southern-Style Corn Fritters?
They are a delightful twist on traditional fritters that celebrate the sweetness of corn with a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior.
What is the recommended serving suggestion for these fritters?
They are excellent served warm with applesauce, syrup, or butter for an extra treat.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 7 main ingredients: corn, eggs, salt, flour, baking powder, sugar, and bacon grease or margarine.
How much corn is needed?
The recipe calls for one 15-ounce can of corn.
Do I need to keep the liquid from the canned corn?
Yes, you should drain the corn and set aside 1/4 cup of the corn juice to use in the batter.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The 2 medium eggs should be beaten before being added to the mixture.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of flour.
How much baking powder should I add?
You should add 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
Is there any sugar in these fritters?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of sugar to enhance the sweetness of the corn.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Begin by draining the canned corn and measuring 1/4 cup of the corn juice for later use.
How do I mix the wet ingredients?
Combine the 1/4 cup of reserved corn juice with the beaten eggs and whisk until smooth.
When do I add the corn to the batter?
Gently fold in the drained corn after you have mixed the flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar into the wet ingredients.
What kind of skillet is recommended for frying?
A large cast-iron skillet is recommended for the best results.
What fats can be used for frying the fritters?
You can use approximately 2 tablespoons of bacon grease or margarine for frying.
How much batter should I use for each fritter?
Use about 1/4 cup of batter for each individual fritter.
How many fritters can I cook at once?
You should cook about 3 or 4 fritters at a time to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
What heat setting should I use?
Heat the grease or margarine over medium-high heat until it is hot.
How long does it take to cook corn fritters?
They may take a little longer than traditional pancakes because the batter is quite thick.
How do I know when to flip the fritters?
Flip them once the first side has turned golden brown and become crispy.
What should I do after the fritters are cooked?
Transfer them to a warm plate and keep them warm while you finish cooking the remaining batter.
Are these fritters suitable for kids?
Yes, these fritters are a hit with both kids and adults.
What meal occasions are these fritters good for?
They are perfect for brunch, as a side dish, or as part of a quick family dinner.
Is this recipe considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and an easy recipe.
What is the texture of these fritters?
They feature a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior.
Can I add more grease during the frying process?
Yes, add more bacon grease or margarine as necessary as you repeat the frying with the remaining batter.
Is this a Southern-style dish?
Yes, it is specifically described as Savory Southern-Style Corn Fritters.
What category of food are these fritters?
They are categorized as breads, snacks, and vegetable fritters.
Do I need to worry about lumps in the batter?
You should mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until there are no lumps present.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the main flavor profile?
The profile is savory but highlights the sweetness of the corn.