Black Bean Corn and Cheddar Fritters
Crispy, golden, and packed with bold flavors, these Black Bean Corn and Cheddar Fritters are the ultimate quick and easy recipe for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying vegetarian main dish. Made with a hearty base of black beans and sweet corn, these fritters are seasoned to perfection with a blend of cumin and chili powder for a warm, earthy kick. Shredded cheddar cheese adds a rich, melty texture, while fresh cilantro and green onions deliver a burst of bright, fresh flavors. Perfectly pan-fried to a crisp exterior, these fritters are ready in just 25 minutes and pair wonderfully with sour cream and a squeeze of lime for a tangy, creamy finish. Ideal for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or as a unique party snack, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Canned black beans
- 1 cup Canned or frozen corn kernels
- 0.75 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Green onion (finely sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving, optional)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans lightly with the back of a fork or a potato masher until they are partially broken down but still have some texture.
Add the corn, shredded cheddar cheese, flour, milk, egg, green onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir everything together until the mixture forms a cohesive batter.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Using a spoon or small scoop, drop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon to form a patty shape.
Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; cook them in batches if necessary.
Transfer the cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Repeat the process with the rest of the batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream and a squeeze of lime, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.1 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 1849 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.0 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 928 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1737 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
