Description
Fresh corn and basil fritters are a delightful summer treat that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with fragrant basil, encased in a crispy golden exterior. These fritters are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for appetizers, brunches, or casual snacking. Serve them warm, and watch as they disappear at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and chop the basil.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; stir in corn and basil.
- Combine wet mixture into dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, flatten slightly, and fry each side for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg