Corn Fritters (without eggs)

Crispy corn fritters are perfect, crispy, tasty snack or appetiser made with sweet corn kernels, onion, garlic and a few spices. These turn out crunchy from outside, tender inside with mildly sweet taste. Generally eggs are used as binding agent in their recipe but we will be making them without eggs.

These can be made either on stovetop or air fryer. Both methods are covered in detail in this post with stepwise images.

Different countries have their own versions of corn fritters. For example, Indian style corn fritters or “Bhutte Ke Pakode” are made by pureeing fresh corns, mixed with boiled potatoes & then deep fried. In United States, flour & eggs are also used in making corn fritters & are eaten as fried cakes (with flat round shape like pancakes). In Indonesia, the corn fritters are known by the name “Bakwan Jagung” or “Perkedel Jagung” where Jagung means ‘corn’ in english.

The eggless corn fritters recipe shared here is vegan too. Instead of egg, we will use flax-egg which is basically flaxseed meal mixed with warm water. Let it rest for 4-5 min and you will notice how it gains thick-gel like consistency.

We will use sweet corn in two ways- sautéed & in pureed form to get the maximum flavour. Both fresh or frozen corn kernels can be used depending on the availability. If you are using frozen variety, then make sure to thaw them before using.

It is an easy, quick sweet corn fritter recipe and does not take much time too. The spiciness can be adjusted as per your taste preference. Apart from regular seasoning, onion, garlic, green chilli and spring onion greens has been used which enhance the taste of these fritters. If you don’t have spring onion you can even use some chopped fresh cilantro (or coriander).

Some milk is added while making the fritter batter. For vegan version, use plant based milk like soy milk. Little bit of baking powder gives these fritters a lighter texture. If you like cheese, you can add some grated cheese too to make cheesy corn fritters.

The only trick in making these corn fritters is to have the balance between the quantities of flour & corn. Too less flour means less binding and the fritters will break while cooking. Too much flour will lead to doughy & dense fritters. I would advise following the recipe exactly & am sure you will get perfect fritters in first attempt.

What to serve with corn fritters?

When it comes to serving, I like these corn fritters most with chipotle or chilli-lime mayo. The slight sweetness from corns paired with creamy spicy dip tastes absolutely delightful. You can also serve it with ketchup or garlic mayo.

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These vegetarian fritters are a great way to enjoy fresh in-season corns. Hope you would like this yummy crispy eggless sweet corn fritters recipe.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients: (Makes 8 pieces)

• Sweet Corn kernels – 1 & 1/2 cup
• Onion (finely chopped) – 1/4 cup
• Garlic cloves (minced) – 3 to 4
• Spring onion greens (chopped) – 1 tbsp
• Green Chilli / Jalapeno (chopped) – 1 (optional)
• Flax egg – (1 tbsp Flax meal + 3 tbsp warm water)
• All Purpose Flour- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp
• Cornstarch – 2 tsp
• Baking Powder – 1/2 tsp
• Salt – 1/2 tsp (or to taste)
• Chilli Flakes – 1/4 tsp
• Crushed Black pepper – 1/4 tsp
• Italian seasoning – 1/4 tsp
• Milk / Soy milk – 2 to 3 tsp
• Cooking Oil – 1 tsp + 4 tbsp
• Coriander / Cilantro – For garnishing

Directions:

Step 1:
To a small bowl, add 1 tbsp ground flax seeds & 3 tbsp warm water. Mix well (This is flax egg). Keep aside.

Step 2:
Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan & add 1 cup corn. Sauté on medium-high flame till you notice brown (charred) spots on them. Keep aside.

Step 3:
Coarsely blend the remaining 1/2 cup corn kernels. Keep this corn puree aside.

Step 4:
To a mixing bowl, add flour, cornstarch, flax-egg, corn puree, salt, baking powder & seasoning (chilli flakes, black pepper, Italian seasoning). Adjust spices as per your taste. Mix while adding milk gradually to get a thick mixture (shown in image). It should not be flowing consistency.

Step 5:
Add sautéed corn kernels & rest of the veggies (onion, garlic, spring onion, green chilli). Fold gently with a spatula (The mixture should look as shown below. There should not be any liquid separating from the mixture). If the batter seems thin, add 1 to 2 tsp of more flour.

Step 6:
Heat 3 to 4 tbsp oil in a non stick pan.  Drop a big spoonful of mixture in the pan & flatten with back of spoon to give it flat disc shape.

Cook on both sides till they are crispy golden brown on each side.

Corn Fritters in Air Fryer

You can make corn fritters in air fryer too. The recipe for fritters mixture will remain the same, just follow the steps below when air frying:

Step 1:
Cut the parchment paper slightly smaller than air fryer basket and make small holes in it with a skewer. Set the air fryer for preheating at 180°C (360°F) for 4-5 min.

Step 2:
Once the air fryer is preheated, line its basket with parchment paper and brush oil over it. Transfer 2-3 tbsp of fritter mixture and press it gently with back of a spoon while giving it circular shape. This way you can transfer 4-5 fritters in air fryer basket.

Step 3:
Dab oil over these fritters and air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 15 min. Flip them after 12 min & brush some oil. Air fry till the fritters become golden brown & crispy.

Garnish these fritters with some freshly chopped cilantro or chives before serving. Enjoy them with spicy chipotle mayonnaise or ketchup.

Tips:

1. You can store leftover fritters in an airtight container for upto 2-3 days. Reheat them in microwave or air fryer.
2. Feel free to adjust the seasoning as per your taste.

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