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Corn Fritters: The Summer Side Dish That’ll Make You Forget All About French Fries

Golden corn fritters with crispy coating showing corn kernels and sour cream

These easy corn fritters are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with fresh sweet corn, scallions, and cheddar. A perfect summer appetizer, side dish, or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups corn kernels (from about 3 ears fresh corn)
  • ¾ cup chopped scallions (about 5), plus more for garnish
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¾ cup cornmeal, spooned and leveled
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • Neutral oil, for the pan
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
  2. Add the corn, scallions, cheddar cheese, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine.
  3. Sprinkle the salt, onion powder, baking powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and black pepper over the mixture and stir again.
  4. Add the cornmeal and flour. Stir until well combined and no dry spots remain.
  5. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and coat the bottom with neutral oil.
  6. Using a ¼-cup measuring cup, scoop the batter into the skillet and gently flatten into 3-inch disks.
  7. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Repeat in batches, wiping out the pan and adding more oil as needed between batches.
  9. Garnish with extra chopped scallions and serve with sour cream.

Notes

  • Use fresh corn when in season for the best flavor.
  • Frozen corn can be used if fresh isn’t available—just thaw and drain before using.
  • Make sure the oil is hot before frying to get crisp edges.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

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