Peppered Corn Fritters
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Peppered Corn Fritters are a vibrant twist on a classic comfort food. Made with a delightful blend of yellow corn kernels, red and green bell peppers, and a hint of jalapeño for an optional kick, these fritters offer the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of cornmeal gives them a satisfying crunch, while green onions bring a fresh, zesty note. Quick and easy to prepare, these fritters are pan-fried to perfection in just minutes, making them an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a dollop of sour cream for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to disappear fast. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a must-try for fans of savory, vegetable-forward comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Yellow corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornmeal
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper (finely diced, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs and then whisk in the milk.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the corn kernels, diced red and green bell peppers, green onions, and jalapeño (if using) until evenly distributed.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking by testing a small drop of batter—it should sizzle immediately.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter into the skillet. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon to create even discs.
Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3329 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.0 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2251 mg | 48% | |
*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.
