These easy to make Cheesy Corn Fritters are loaded up with jalapeno, onion, cilantro, plenty of cheese and a seasoning blend. All cooked together to get a perfect golden crust. This easy vegetable side dish recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes and can also double as a light meal!
All About these Corn Fritters:
Fritters are small fried cakes, corn fritters are of course, made of corn! The corn and chopped vegetables are held together by a thick batter. They are fried in a small amount of oil, this makes the exterior crispy and the inside is soft, loaded with melty cheese, and fresh bits of juicy corn.
These particular corn fritters are loaded up with chopped jalapeno, green onion, and cilantro. Plus there’s a healthy portion of cheese.
How to make (step by step)
- Step 1: prepare the corn, instructions are included below to include canned and frozen. For fresh corn cut the kernels off the cob.
- Step 2: add in the diced jalapeno, green onion and cilantro.
- Step 3: Add in the dry ingredients, cheese and egg.
- Step 4: Stir this together to create a thick batter. Spoon the batter onto a hot skillet or pan that has been heated with oil. Fry until both sides are crisp and golden and the inside is warmed through.
F.A.Q’s
Yes! Ensure any vegetables are thawed and thoroughly drained and patted dry before continuing with the recipe. Detailed instructions below.
Yes! This recipe freezes wonderfully. Store in a sealed freezer safe container or bag for 2-3 months. To thaw remove and allow to come to room temperature by setting on the counter for 1 hour or leaving in the refrigerator overnight.
The best way to reheat is to heat them up in a pan with a small amount of oil or butter over medium low heat until the crust is crisp and the insides are heated through.
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Cheesy Corn Fritters
Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels, fresh is best. Can use frozen or canned also
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup green onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeno , deseeded, membranes removed, diced
- juice from 1/2 a lime, 1 tablespoon
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- 2 large eggs , beaten
- ¼ cup milk
- 1½ cup Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Equipment
Instructions
- Prepare Corn: Add the corn to a large bowl. If using fresh corn, cut all the kernels off the cob. If using canned or frozen check notes at bottom of recipe.
- Add in the diced green cilantro, green onion, diced jalapeno, and squeeze in the lime juice from 1/2 a lime.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl add the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, chili powder and stir to combine.
- Combine: Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the corn. Stir to mix together.
- Mix Batter: Pour in the beaten eggs, milk, and cheese. Stir to combine. Will be a thick batter.
- Heat Oil: Heat a pan over medium high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil, we just need to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Fry Fritters: Place a scoop of the corn fritter batter, about a 1/4 cup amount into the hot oil. Press the batter down to compact it, and press the sides in to help create a patty shape using a rubber spatula.
- Let the batter cook in the oil for about 2-3 minutes, you will see the edges starting to turn golden. Then carefully flip using a spatula to cook the other side. Once both sides are golden brown then remove from the pan and set on a tray lined with a paper towel to absorb any extra oil.
- At this point you can sprinkle with any extra salt or pepper you may want. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Canned: Strain and use paper towels to dry off as much as possible, then continue with the recipe as directed.
- Frozen: thaw the corn, then pat dry using a paper towel. Continue with the recipe as directed.
If I want – and yes I want ! – to make these ahead for a big party should I fry before freezing ? Howto reheat then ? Or make and freeze – then thaw and fry day of ? Has anyone tried this ?
Thanks loads !
S
Oh my goodness, these were seriously delicious!
The only change….I added a tsp of Cayenne to the batter, because we like things spicy. Otherwise they were absolutely perfect.
As a dipping sauce: 1 cup sour cream. 2 tbsp finely chopped Cilantro and juice of half a lime. Mix together really well and serve along side the fritters.
Perfection!
Thank you. Excellent recipe. The additional ingredients over a plain version make a big difference and give superior results.
These look delicious ?!!! My kids would flip over these! Corn is literally one of their favorite foods. Cannot wait to try these?.
Made these last night for some friends along with your crock pot pulled pork played a bit with the pork recipe. Made the fritter exactly. We all loved the fritters. Had to print out and give your recipe to all. We will be making the corn fritters here a lot. The pork was really good as well we be doing that again as well.
This is by far the best corn fritters recipe I’ve ever made. I forgot to buy the Monterey Jack cheese and used Mexican cotija instead. It was a perfect substitute.
My batter was extra thick so I added a splash of milk.
I could eat these daily !!
What can be used instead of eggs as m a pure vegetarian
You might be able to try a flax egg.
Hello..this recipe looks so yummy. Where I live, we do not have fresh corn. How many cans of corn
equals the 3 cups needed for this recipe. Would love to make this tonight for my family.
Can I sub jiffy corn muffin mix for the flour?
Very tasty. And very easy to make and meal prep with a newborn!
Made the corn fritters tonight as a part of our family Christmas dinner. Delicious! Toppings were homemade avocado spread and Greek yogurt. Great recipe.
We made this for Thanksgiving and they were incredible! I substituted Manchego cheese and Thyme in place of the Monterey/Cilantro. I’m back to make them again 🙂
So glad you enjoyed them Whitney!
My family seemed to enjoy this recipe as a side to the barbeque we had for Thanksgiving. Thanks, I won major points with my mother-in-law
Awesome Bryan! Glad you were able to impress!
I made these tonight for dinner. They are amazing! I am a trained chef and I love these and ate more than I care to admit. It took 4 ears of corn to get the 3 cups. Also, I squeezed the left over lime half on my cooked fritters as I ate them. This recipe is a keeper and I can’t wait to share it with my adult children and friends. I will tell you Serene, it was the photo that sold me on making these! Thank you!!
Do you cook the corn first? Just cut the raw corn off the cob?
I just cut it right off the cob. It cooks when I fry up the fritters.
Loved this recipe! However I was forced to improvise when I realized I had no baking powder. “Hey Siri, what can I substitute? Ready…. molasses (1/4 C) and baking soda (1/2 tsp). I’m no chemist but not only did it work, it added a richness to the fritters that was out of this world! These are great!!!
Really?! Molasses? I have never heard of that substitute. But I’m so happy that they turned out for you!
A 1/4 cup?
This recipe is the best I have made. I did add a pinch of garlic powder. Will made again. Thank you.
Thanks Polly! I’m so glad you liked them!
Made this tonight to accompany grilled chicken, salad & cantelope. It was delicious & rounded out a perfect dinner! Thanks for sharing this recipe. Will definitely make again. ?
So glad you enjoyed them! Sounds like a delicious dinner 🙂
Do you cook the corn first?
Hi Ruth. Nope! I put the corn in fresh.
Thanks for this recipe!
Hunting for the “perfect” corn fritter. This one I have to try!!
I hope you like them! Let me know what you think!
Hii..I want to try these fritters but don’t know what to substitute for eggs as I m vegetarian.kindly suggest.
You could try a flax egg. I haven’t attempted this myself, so I can’t say the results will be the same, but it should work for you.