Corn Fritters

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Corn fritters! Nothing warms up a cool night like a plateful of these old-time treats. Dig in, they're delicious!

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Golden-brown corn fritters in a white bowl
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 3 cups oil for frying

  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 tablespoon shortening, melted

  • 1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients and heat oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).

    all ingredients gathered in bowls

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  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.

    corn fritter batter ingredients combined in a bowl

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

    corn fritters being fried in oil until golden-brown.

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

    corn fritters draining on paper towels

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  5. Serve and enjoy!

    Golden-brown corn fritters in a white bowl

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Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

246 Calories
6g Fat
42g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 246
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 618mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 42g 15%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 211mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.