State Fair Corn Fritters
Sweet corn kernels bound in a light batter and fried into golden fritters, a common fried treat at county fairs across the state. Crisp outside, tender and corn-sweet within.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 30 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 220 kcal
Equipment
- •Skillet or deep fryer
Nutrition
Per serving, approximate
- Calories
- 220 kcal
- fat
- 10
- carbs
- 28
- protein
- 5
- calories
- 220
Instructions
- 1
Whisk the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together in a bowl.
- 2
Whisk in the egg and buttermilk until a thick batter forms.
- 3
Gently stir in the corn kernels until mixed.
- 4
Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet to 350°F.
- 5
Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry just a few at a time.
- 6
Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
- 7
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Chef's tips
Use fresh corn cut straight from the cob for the sweetest flavor and best crunch.
Storage
Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 2 days.
Reheating
Reheat in a skillet or oven to keep them crisp; avoid the microwave.
Common mistakes to avoid
- •Making the batter too thin, which makes the fritters spread out and soak up grease
- •Cooking in oil that is not hot enough, which makes the fritters soggy
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