Corn Fritters Canadian Style

These lunchtime treats were a favorite for us when we were kids. A wonderful alternative to traditional deep-fried Southern-style fritters.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
• 1 (15.25 ounce) can canned whole kernel corn
• 1 (14.75 ounce) can canned cream-style corn
• 1 teaspoon lard or other cooking fat

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Make a well in the center, and pour in the egg, milk, whole kernel corn, and cream-style corn. Mix until all ingredients are combined.

Step 2

Heat the lard in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop tablespoon-sized dollops of batter onto the hot skillet, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Serve with butter and salt, and a cold glass of milk.