Corn fritters! Nothing warms up a cool night like a plateful of these old-time treats. Dig in, they’re delicious!
Ingredients
- 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
- Step 1
Heat oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
Step 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.
Step 3
Working in batches, drop fritter batter by spoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry until golden.
Step 4
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 246 calories; protein 8.1g; carbohydrates 41.9g; fat 6.1g; cholesterol 48.9mg; sodium 617.7mg.
