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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers » Jalapeño Corn Fritters

    By Amy · Published: Jun 14, 2018 · Updated: Jun 14, 2018 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. 13 Comments

    Jalapeño Corn Fritters

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    So crispy and packed full of flavor, these Jalapeño Corn Fritters are always a welcomed side dish!  An emoji of corn on the cob.

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    Three stacked corn fritters with a jalapeno stem on top on a blue surface.

    I’ve always loved the combination of jalapeño and corn, and what better way to combine the two than in these amazing fritters?!  These are so satisfying, I can literally eat them as a meal.  Pair them with a garden salad and you have yourself a hearty vegetarian lunch or dinner.

    This recipe was originally published in August 2013 and I had to bring it back with new photos to give them the justice they deserve.  I’ve been seeing fresh local corn EVERYWHERE and these fritters were the first thing that came to mind!

    Jalapeno Corn Fritters -- A delicious side dish or appetizer!

    My original photo August 2013

    Are these jalapeño corn fritters overly hot or spicy?

    No!  These are by no means overly hot or spicy.  The jalapeño and chili powder give them just enough of a kick to give them a little boost.  Adjust the amounts of jalapeño and/or chili powder to suit your personal preference.

    A closeup view of three stacked jalapeno corn fritters on a blue surface.

    Even better?  These corn fritters come together in just 20 minutes!

    A closeup view of three stacked jalapeno corn fritters on a blue surface.

    Enjoy!

    Originally published August 6, 2013 and updated June 14, 2018.

     

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    Three stacked corn fritters with a jalapeno stem on top on a blue surface.

    Jalapeno Corn Fritters


    ★★★★★

    5 from 3 reviews

    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 20 mins
    • Yield: Approximately 6 fritters 1x
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    Ingredients

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    • 3 cups fresh corn (from 3 to 4 ears)
    • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and chopped
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 teaspoons sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
    • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup cornmeal
    • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/3 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/3 cup milk
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

    Instructions

    1. Mix all ingredients (except olive oil) in a large bowl with a large spoon.
    2. Form mixture into patties, about 1/2 cup each. Add additional flour, if needed to hold patties together.
    3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    4. Fry until golden brown on each side for 3-4 minutes.  Drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

    Notes

    Inspired by Closet Cooking

    • Category: Side Dishes
    • Method: Fry
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: jalapeno, corn fritters, jalapeno corn fritters, jalapeno corn

    Three stacked corn fritters on a blue surface with overlay text.

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    Comments

    1. Mary P says

      January 09, 2020 at 5:50 pm

      Amy, thank you so much for sharing this recipe I love it.
      I used can corn not fresh. I’ll make it again with fresh corn when I have more time.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        January 10, 2020 at 7:38 am

        Thanks so much for sharing, Mary… so happy you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    2. Kay Borer says

      October 04, 2019 at 4:44 pm

      I am making these for the 4th time tomorrow for the LSU Utah game and because of special request. We live on an island in South Louisiana and are members of a hunting club. As it happens, tomorrow is opening day of squirrel season so everyone will be here, some with spouses, some with girlfriends, so I am going to triple the recipe , or more, to make sure I make enough. I don’t use cilantro, don’t like it and use fresh frozen corn and pickled diced jalepenos. When I tell you everyone loves them, EVERYONE loves them. They are SO EASY to make! You can’t go wrong with this recipe. Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        October 05, 2019 at 9:13 am

        Thank you so much, Kay – You made my day! So happy to hear everyone loves them so much and the pickled jalapenos sound amazing in this recipe! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Carrie Myers says

      January 16, 2019 at 12:34 pm

      Love making these,my family enjoys them and it’s meat free so that makes me happy, thanks for sharing

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Ridhima says

      June 15, 2018 at 5:52 am

      Such a great recipe, love it!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        June 15, 2018 at 7:52 am

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Dani says

      June 14, 2018 at 5:28 pm

      LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! Yummy!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        June 15, 2018 at 7:51 am

        Thank you, Dani! 🙂 Hope you enjoy them!

        Reply
    6. Janis says

      June 14, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      These are absolutely delicious, my whole family LOVED them!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        June 15, 2018 at 7:51 am

        Thanks so much, Janis! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Libby says

      February 04, 2017 at 10:03 am

      This recipe looks delicious! Was just wondering if you boiled the ears of corn or used the corn raw?

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        February 04, 2017 at 1:15 pm

        Hi Libby, Thanks so much! The corn is fresh and not boiled. Hope you enjoy if you make them! 🙂

        Reply

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