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Corn fritter
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 374 kcal —
- Protein 8.6 g 17%
- Carbohydrate 37 g 13%
- Fat 21 g 27%
- Saturated fat 5.5 g 27%
- Fibre 2 g 7%
- Sugars 2.9 g —
- Sodium 441 mg 19%
- Cholesterol 61.1 mg 20%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 50.3 µg 6%
- Vitamin C 0.33 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.52 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 0.58 mg 4%
- Vitamin K 0.87 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.22 mg 19%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.26 mg 20%
- Niacin (B3) 2.2 mg 14%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.81 mg 16%
- Vitamin B6 0.06 mg 4%
- Folate (B9) 80.6 µg 20%
- Vitamin B12 0.32 µg 13%
Minerals
- Calcium 73.5 mg 6%
- Iron 2.5 mg 14%
- Magnesium 22.5 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 122 mg 10%
- Potassium 154 mg 3%
- Zinc 0.84 mg 8%
- Copper 0.1 mg 11%
- Manganese 0.26 mg 11%
- Selenium 26.1 µg 47%
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Questions about Corn fritter
How do you make corn fritters crisp rather than soggy?
Drain tinned or thawed sweetcorn well, and keep the batter thick enough to cling to the kernels. Fry small spoonfuls in a thin layer of hot oil over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden; avoid crowding the pan.
Can you make corn fritters with tinned or frozen sweetcorn?
Yes. Drain tinned sweetcorn thoroughly; thaw frozen kernels and pat them dry before folding them into the batter. Fresh kernels work too—cut them from the cob first.
Can you bake corn fritters instead of frying them?
Yes, though they tend to be less crisp. Put small mounds of batter on a lightly oiled baking tray and bake at 200 °C for about 15–20 minutes, turning them once, until set and golden.
What do you serve with corn fritters?
Serve savoury fritters with a dollop of sour cream or yoghurt, chopped spring onions and a squeeze of lime. They also go well alongside salad, grilled fish or eggs; chilli sauce adds heat.
How do you store and reheat corn fritters?
Cool them promptly, then keep them in a covered container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in a 180 °C oven for about 8–10 minutes, or in a dry frying pan, so the outside crisps up again.
Can you freeze corn fritters?
Yes. Cool them completely, freeze in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a sealed container. Reheat from frozen in a 180 °C oven until hot throughout, usually about 15–20 minutes.
What can you use instead of sweetcorn in fritters?
For a similar savoury fritter, use grated courgette, but squeeze out its liquid first so the batter does not become watery. Peas or finely chopped spring onions also work, though the flavour and texture will change.
Are corn fritters the same as corn cakes?
No. Corn fritters are usually batter mixed with kernels and fried, giving them a soft centre and crisp edges. Corn cakes are generally thicker cakes made with cornmeal or a corn-based batter, and may be baked or griddled.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 6 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
