Corn Fritters with Salsa

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Corn Fritters with Salsa
35 min.
2
483kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Corn Fritters with Salsa, a perfect vegetarian dish that brings a burst of sunshine to your table! Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, making them an ideal choice for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a main course. With a calorie count of 483 kcal per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free treat that’s packed with flavor.

Imagine biting into a crispy, golden fritter, with sweet corn kernels bursting with freshness and a hint of spice from the pickled jalapeños. Each fritter is lovingly crafted with a blend of all-purpose flour and yellow cornmeal, creating a perfect texture that’s both crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Paired with a zesty salsa made from ripe plum tomatoes and fresh cilantro, this dish is a celebration of vibrant ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply looking to elevate your lunch routine, these Corn Fritters with Salsa are sure to impress. Serve them alongside a dollop of sour cream for an extra creamy touch, and watch as they become a favorite among family and friends. Dive into this delicious recipe and savor the taste of summer in every bite!

Ingredients

  • servings cup heavy whipping cream sour
  •  ears corn 
  • large eggs 
  • 2.5 tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons jalapeno chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  •  plum tomatoes coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup onion white chopped
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Stir together all salsa ingredients and season with salt.
  2. Cut corn kernels from ears and scrape cobs to extract juice, then discard cobs.
  3. Whisk together egg and milk until smooth and stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt. Stir in corn, including juice.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then drop in 2 tablespoons batter each for 4 fritters. Fry until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side, and drain on paper towels. Make more fritters in same manner, adding oil as necessary.
  5. Serve fritters with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories483kcal
Protein10.42%
Fat47.42%
Carbs42.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
155.25
Glycemic Load
19.06
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.231304293093%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.45mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.23mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
6.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:482.83kcal
24.14%
Fat:26.4g
40.61%
Saturated Fat:8.06g
50.38%
Carbohydrates:52.79g
17.6%
Net Carbohydrates:46.8g
17.02%
Sugar:12.74g
14.15%
Cholesterol:117.27mg
39.09%
Sodium:372.89mg
16.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.05g
26.09%
Vitamin C:27.93mg
33.85%
Vitamin K:33.78µg
32.17%
Phosphorus:295.47mg
29.55%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.34%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.31%
Vitamin A:1251.21IU
25.02%
Fiber:5.99g
23.97%
Folate:93.71µg
23.43%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.28%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.95%
Magnesium:86.41mg
21.6%
Selenium:14.77µg
21.1%
Potassium:694mg
19.83%
Vitamin B3:3.4mg
17.02%
Vitamin B5:1.62mg
16.16%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.64%
Zinc:2.08mg
13.86%
Iron:2.41mg
13.38%
Calcium:118.46mg
11.85%
Copper:0.2mg
10%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.6%
Vitamin D:1.41µg
9.41%
Source:Epicurious