Best 6 Southern Sweet Corn Fritters Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes embody the essence of Southern comfort food quite like sweet corn fritters. These delectable morsels, crafted from a symphony of fresh corn kernels, fragrant herbs, and a touch of Southern hospitality, offer a tantalizing taste of the region's culinary heritage. Whether served as a delectable breakfast treat, a hearty side dish, or a savory snack, these fritters promise an explosion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the American South. With their crispy golden-brown exterior and tender, flavorful interior, corn fritters are a culinary masterpiece that has stood the test of time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET CORN FRITTERS



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Learn how to make delicious sweet corn fritters with this easy recipe. The deep-fried treats are great for summer as a snack or barbecue side.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large ears sweet corn (or 1 packed cup of thawed, drained, frozen corn)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk (whole)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 bottle peanut oil for frying (or canola)
Kosher salt for finishing

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Using a sharp knife over a large bowl, carefully shave the corn kernels off the cob into the bowl. With the back of the knife, scrape the milky juice from the cob into the bowl as well.
  • Whisk the eggs and milk into the corn until thoroughly combined.
  • In another bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal , sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  • Pour into the bowl of the corn mixture, and stir with a spatula to form a thick batter.
  • In a heavy-duty skillet, pour enough oil so it's about 3/4-inch deep. Over medium-high heat, bring the oil to 375 F.
  • When the oil is hot, carefully drop rounded tablespoons of the batter into the oil. Don't crowd the pan; the fritters should not touch each other. Cook about 3 minutes on each side, until the corn fritters are golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels or a wire rack and add a sprinkling of salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 692 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY SOUTHERN CORN FRITTERS



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Make and share this Easy Southern Corn Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Maggie

Categories     Breads

Time 45m

Yield 9 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 ounces corn (drain and reserve juice)
2 medium eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
bacon grease (for frying) or margarine (for frying)

Steps:

  • Drain the liquid from the the canned corn. Measure 1/4 cup of it, and discard the rest.
  • In a medium sized bowl combine the corn juice you've just measured and the eggs.
  • Use a whisk to beat them smooth.
  • Add the salt, flour, baking powder and sugar. Mix really well, until there are no lumps.
  • Add the drained corn and mix again.
  • Heat about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease or margarine in a large iron skillet over medium high heat.
  • When the fat is hot, it's time to drop in the fritters. I drop about 1/4 of a cup of batter for each fritter, cooking about 3 or 4 together in the same pan. Fry them just like pancakes, turning them, after the under side is crispy brown. They cook a little slower than pancakes, because they are thicker.
  • After they have browned on both sides, transfer them to a plate to keep warm.
  • Add more fat to the pan as necessary.
  • This recipe makes about 8 or 9 fritters. I usually double it because they are so popular.
  • I serve the fritters with applesauce, or Pancake Syrup or just plain with more margarine for the kids. They can take the place of both starch and bread in a meal. For lunch, or a light supper, make Scalloped Tomatoes, Corn Fritters, and serve fruit and yogurt for dessert. Delicious!

COUNTRY CORN FRITTER



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These are so good and perfect anytime. You can make them for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1 lb. can cream style corn
1 egg (slightly beaten)
1/2 to 1 cup canola oil (Can use any kind of cooking oil.)

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix corn and egg; add to dry ingredients, and stir. Heat canola oil in large skillet over medium heat.
  • Drop batter by large spoonfuls into hot canola oil. Fry about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Makes about 12 fritters

SOUTHERN FRIED CORN FRITTERS



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Southern Fried Corn Fritters are a classic side that can be served with just about any comfort food! Try these alongside some smothered chicken for a true southern comfort meal.

Provided by I Heart Recipes

Categories     Appetizer     Side

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups frozen corn (thawed)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar (omit if you prefer a savory fritter)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 large eggs (beaten)
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Green onions and sour cream (for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together the corn, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • Add the eggs and heavy whipping cream and stir until well incorporated.
  • Fill the bottom of a large skillet with oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  • With an ice cream scoop, drop 4-5 scoops of corn fritter batter into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes. Flip
  • each fritter over and dry for an additional 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Drain on a plate or pan lined with paper towels.
  • Serve warm with sour cream and chopped scallions
  • Serve & enjoy!

FRESH SWEET CORN FRITTERS



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Unbelievably light, these fritters are best with fresh sweet corn. Great for breakfast and with ham or ribs. Serve with maple syrup. Easy to make too! My husband loves these and anticipates corn season.

Provided by Lee A Vazquez-fitzmaurice

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob
2 eggs, separated
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
2 tablespoons cane syrup, or as desired

Steps:

  • Whisk flour and baking powder into a bowl and mix in corn kernels. Whisk egg yolks with cream in a small bowl and stir into the corn mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Beat egg whites with an electric mixer until fluffy and stiff peaks form in a separate bowl. Gently fold egg whites into the batter, retaining as much volume as possible.
  • Pour vegetable oil into a deep heavy skillet to a depth of 3 inches. Heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Drop fritters into the hot oil, 2 to 3 tablespoons at a time, and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain fritters on paper towels and serve drizzled with cane syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 119.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

CRISPY CRUNCHY SWEETCORN FRITTERS



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Make and share this Crispy Crunchy Sweetcorn Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 -5 tablespoons cornflour, heaped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)
sour cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Mix together the corn, salad onions, parsley, cornflour and plenty of seasoning.
  • Heat a little oil in a large frying-pan and cook large spoonfuls of the mixture for 2-3 minutes on each side until crisp and golden.
  • Drain on kitchen paper and serve with a dollop of sour cream and a little freshly ground black pepper.

Tips:

  • Use fresh corn kernels for the best flavor. Frozen or canned corn can also be used, but fresh corn will give you the most flavorful fritters.
  • Be sure to drain the corn kernels well before adding them to the batter. This will help to prevent the fritters from being too soggy.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the fritters tough.
  • Heat the oil to the correct temperature before frying the fritters. If the oil is not hot enough, the fritters will absorb too much oil and become greasy. If the oil is too hot, the fritters will burn.
  • Fry the fritters in small batches so that they don't overcrowd the pan. Overcrowding will cause the fritters to stick together and become greasy.
  • Serve the fritters hot with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include butter, honey, maple syrup, and powdered sugar.

Conclusion:

Southern sweet corn fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up fresh corn and are a surefire hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying side dish, give southern sweet corn fritters a try. You won't be disappointed!

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