Enjoy these crispy and satisfying buttermilk corn fritters that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. The combination of buttermilk and sweet corn gives these fritters a rich and savory flavor. They are easy to make and will surely become a family favorite. Serve them hot with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Add the sweet corn and green onions to the batter and gently fold them in.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the buttermilk corn fritters hot with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Corn fritters have been a popular southern dish in the United States for many years.
Buttermilk helps to tenderize the fritters and adds a tangy flavor to the batter.
You can customize these fritters by adding ingredients like diced jalapenos or shredded cheese.