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Southern 4-Ingredient Sweet Corn Fritters

These crispy and golden sweet corn fritters are easy to make with just four simple ingredients, perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen and thawed) Best flavor using fresh corn
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cornmeal, buttermilk, and egg.
  2. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined into a smooth batter.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a little oil or butter.
  2. Once the skillet is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the skillet, making small fritters.
  3. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  4. Remove fritters from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Notes

Serve warm with a dipping sauce like sour cream, ranch, or hot sauce. Try pairing with fresh salads or grilled meats. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.