Kale Corn Fritters
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Kale Corn Fritters are a delightful fusion of wholesome greens and sweet corn nestled in a fluffy, savory batter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, this easy recipe combines finely chopped kale and sweet corn with a lightly spiced batter made from all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and a hint of garlic powder and paprika. The flash-fry technique ensures a satisfying crunch while keeping the fritters tender inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a versatile option for weeknight dinners or party platters. Serve these fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or pair them with a fresh salad for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. Ideal for fans of veggie-packed comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups kale leaves
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Rinse and dry the kale leaves. Remove the tough stems and finely chop the leaves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chopped kale, sweet corn kernels, and chopped green onion until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Use enough oil to coat the bottom of the skillet but not deep fry.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter for each fritter and drop it into the hot skillet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.
Serve the Kale Corn Fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 76.4 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1873 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*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.
