Crispy bacon corn fritters

These crispy, chunky corn fritters with bacon and herbs are positively addictive. Great as a snack and perfect for brunch.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword corn fritters, corn fritters recipe, recipe for corn fritters

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings (approximately 2 fritters per serving, depending on size)

Calories 282kcal

250 g (½lb) bacon
1 cup flour
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 egg
½ cup milk
3 cups corn kernels Thawed if using frozen. Fresh or canned corn will also work.
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
3 tbsp chopped chives
2 tbsp chopped basil
1 tsp chilli flakes
3 tbsp oil

Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F and line a baking sheet or sheet pan with parchment paper.
Lay the bacon in an even layer on the pan then place in the oven. Allow to cook for 10-12 minutes or until done to your preference.
Remove the bacon from the oven and chop into bite-size pieces. Set aside.
To make the batter, whisk the flour, cornstarch, salt and baking powder together in a large bowl.
Add the egg and milk and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Stir the bacon, corn and fresh herbs into the batter.
Heat approximately 1cm of oil in a large skillet or pan set over medium-high heat.
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp on both sides and cooked throughout - approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove from the pan and allow to drain on paper towels or a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.