Corn Fritters

Fried corn fritters make a perfect starter, side dish, or snack. These tender treats feature a simple drop batter studded with tender corn kernels.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 246 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
• ½ cup milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• ¼ teaspoon white sugar
• 3 cups oil for frying
• 1 tablespoon shortening, melted
• 1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Beat egg, milk, and melted shortening together in a small bowl. Stir egg mixture into flour mixture. Stir in corn.

Step 3

Working in batches, drop fritter batter by spoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry until golden.

Step 4

Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.