Cheesy corn cakes

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Cheesy corn cakes
15 min.
12
133kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful vegetarian side dish that’s both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, look no further than these cheesy corn cakes! Perfect for those busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe can be made in just 15 minutes, serving up to 12 hungry souls.

Imagine sinking your teeth into golden-brown corn cakes that are fluffy on the inside, with a cheese pull that every cheese lover dreams about. The combination of sweetcorn and mature cheddar creates a deliciously savory profile, while fresh chives add a hint of freshness that elevates the taste. Plus, they’re served with a zesty salsa dip made from ripe tomatoes and organic ketchup, ensuring that your taste buds dance with joy.

Whether you're hosting a brunch, BBQ, or simply looking for a special addition to your dinner plate, these corn cakes are sure to impress. Not only are they easy to whip up, but they also pack a satisfying punch with only 133 calories per serving! So gather your ingredients and let’s get cooking these irresistible cheesy corn cakes that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 175 self raising flour 
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  •  eggs 
  • 125 ml milk 
  • 198 regular corn drained canned
  • 100 cheddar cheese grated
  • tbsp chives chopped
  • tsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  •  tomatoes ripe finely chopped
  • tbsp catsup organic

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Mix the tomatoes and ketchup for the salsa dip in a bowl and set aside.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, eggs and milk until smooth. Stir in the sweetcorn, cheese and chives. Season well.
  3. Heat half the oil in a non-stick frying pan.
  4. Add six spoonfuls of the mixture to the pan and flatten out slightly with the back of the spoon, keeping them separate. Cook for 1 minutes over a medium heat until golden. Turn and cook the other side, then remove from the pan and keep warm while you make six more corn cakes with the remaining oil and mixture.
  5. Serve with the salsa dip.

Nutrition Facts

Calories133kcal
Protein16.99%
Fat34.29%
Carbs48.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.21
Glycemic Load
9.11
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.1282608509064%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:132.95kcal
6.65%
Fat:5.16g
7.94%
Saturated Fat:2.18g
13.61%
Carbohydrates:16.5g
5.5%
Net Carbohydrates:15.48g
5.63%
Sugar:2.52g
2.8%
Cholesterol:36.9mg
12.3%
Sodium:136.82mg
5.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.75g
11.51%
Selenium:10.66µg
15.23%
Phosphorus:104.73mg
10.47%
Calcium:104.38mg
10.44%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.72%
Vitamin A:391.26IU
7.83%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.61%
Vitamin C:4.12mg
5%
Zinc:0.71mg
4.75%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.53%
Folate:17.66µg
4.41%
Fiber:1.01g
4.06%
Potassium:141.31mg
4.04%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.03%
Magnesium:15.29mg
3.82%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.73%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.53%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.11%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.05%
Vitamin K:3.17µg
3.02%
Copper:0.06mg
2.9%
Iron:0.46mg
2.57%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.1%