Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Corn and Polenta Fritters are a delightful fusion of creamy polenta, sweet corn kernels, and zesty chives, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like Parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, and eggs with the rich texture of cooked polenta for fritters that are light yet satisfying. Enhanced with a hint of black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil, each fritter boasts a perfect balance of crisp edges and tender insides. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are versatile enough to pair with sour cream, a squeeze of lemon, or your favorite dipping sauce, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Try this quick and delicious polenta fritter recipe today for a creative twist on classic corn dishes!
In a medium saucepan, bring the milk and water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously to prevent clumping. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the polenta thickens. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled polenta, sweet corn kernels, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, baking powder, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the batter is evenly combined.
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the pan, using the back of a spoon to flatten slightly. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
Serve warm with sour cream, a squeeze of lemon, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 903 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*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.