Description
Sweet Corn and Basil Fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, combining the sweetness of corn with the aromatic flavor of fresh basil. They are perfect as a snack or appetizer and can be served with various dips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil for frying (about 1/4 cup, plus more as needed)
- Optional: Herb-infused oil for drizzling (e.g., basil or garlic-infused oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by removing the kernels from the corn cobs or using canned/frozen corn.
- Mix the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the wet ingredients: beat the eggs and mix them into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Incorporate the corn and basil into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry spoonfuls of the batter in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the fritters on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
- For freezing, place fritters in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Sweet Corn, Basil, Fritters, Appetizer, Snack