Corn Fritters with Cheddar and Scallions
Ingredients
The fritters
-
6
ears
corn, shucked
-
4
large
eggs, lightly beaten
-
4
stalks
scallions, thinly sliced
-
½
cup
chopped cilantro
-
1
cup
grated sharp Cheddar cheese
-
⅔
cup
all-purpose flour
-
1-2
teaspoons
kosher salt
-
freshly cracked
to taste
black pepper
-
olive oil or grapeseed oil
for frying
-
sea salt
for finishing
Optional serving suggestions
-
fresh lime
-
sour cream
-
hot sauce
-
tzatziki
Instructions
- Make the batter by slicing the corn kernels off the cobs and pressing out the milk into a bowl.
- Season the corn mixture with salt, then add eggs, scallions, cilantro, cheese, and flour, mixing well.
- Test the batter consistency and adjust with more egg or flour as needed.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry a test fritter to check seasoning and texture.
- Fry the remaining fritters in batches, flattening them gently and cooking until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve warm with optional lime, sour cream, hot sauce, or tzatziki.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
24-28 small fritters
Calories
250
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
20g
Total protein
10g
Sodium
300mg
Cholesterol
150mg
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