corn fritters with basil, chilli and lemon recipe

I really love vegetables fritters and this recipe with corn, basil and chilli hit the spot for me. I kept the corn kernels whole, and don’t mind them breaking apart slightly for the benefit of the crunch they deliver. If you prefer them more solid, I would suggest blending half the batter with a stick blender to achieve this.

Basil and corn are good friends and chilli adds a dash of spice. The lemon juice gives them a lift, but they are really fabulous with a dipping sauce. I quite like a sweet chilli or Asian soy-based dipping sauce here. I was a little lazy and used a delicious store-bought spring roll dipping sauce to which I added extra sweet chilli sauce and a splash of soy. Sometimes one just has to roll with the convenience products.

I think these would be lovely for brunch. They are quick and easy to whip up. I used 4 fresh corn on the cob, but frozen would be just as nice.

Prep Time:10

Cook Time:15

Total Time:25

Ingredients

2 cups of corn fresh or frozen
80 g 3/4 cup finely sliced spring onions / scallions (green and white parts)
small bunch of basil finely chopped
pinch or two of dried chilli flakes
1 t smoked paprika
1 free-range eggs
1/2 cup cream
1 cup flour
1 t baking powder
1 T lemon juice
Salt and Pepper

Instructions

Mix the corn, onions, basil and chilli together in a bowl.
Beat the eggs lightly and mix in the cream and lemon juice.
Add the flour, salt and pepper to the vegetables, mix.
Add the egg and cream mixture and stir until you have a nice thick batter.
Heat a non-stick frying pan with a splash of olive oil and when hot, scoop out the fritter batter into whatever size you want (about 2 - 3 tablespoons) and fry until lightly golden on each side. Drain on kitchen paper.
Serve with a dipping sauce of your preference and wedges of fresh lemon.

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10 Comments

I love a good corn fritter, especially with some creamy avocado sauce and a bit of extra coriander and chilli. Yours with basil and lemon look wonderful.

Ooooo I do like the sounds of coriander and ago too 🙂

An absolutely stunning recipe and a must try!!!
Cheers,
Lia.

I love corn fritters & yours looks gorgeous, mine are made with a few spices & chick pea flour

Mouthwatering fritters, I love these flavors!

Gorgeous pics! What a great combination of flavors.

HI Usha, Id love to play around with chickpea flour sometime. will be in touch for tips x

baking powder in with the flour?

I’m making these right now. I used a tablespoon of baking powder. I have a feeling after rereading the recipe it was supposed to be a teaspoon… But, they are coming out great! I haven’t made fritters before. These are really tasty. I hope some make it to the dinner table. 🙂 I made dipping sauce with sour cream and onions and garlic.