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Corn Fritters with Salsa

These golden sweetcorn fritters with fresh tomato salsa are a wonderful addition to your vegetarian repertoire. Combining the natural sweetness of fresh corn with a hint of savoury cornmeal, they offer a satisfying texture and a vibrant, sun-drenched flavour. The addition of the corn juice extracted from the cob ensures every bite is packed with seasonal intensity, while the zesty lime and coriander salsa provides a sharp, refreshing contrast to the warm, fried cakes.

Perfect for a light weekend brunch or a quick midweek supper, this dish is both nutritious and versatile. The use of pickled jalapeños adds a gentle heat that is easily adjusted to suit your preference. Serve these fritters piled high on a platter with a generous bowl of cool soured cream on the side for a simple yet impressive homemade meal.

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Ingredients for Corn Fritters with Salsa

  • 2 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped

  • 50g chopped white onion

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeño chillies

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

  • 2 ears corn, shucked

  • 1 large egg

  • 120ml milk

  • 80ml yellow cornmeal

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons plain flour

  • 1/4 teaspoons salt

  • 2 to 45ml vegetable oil

  • Accompaniment: soured cream

How to make Corn Fritters with Salsa

Stir together all salsa ingredients and season with salt.

Cut corn kernels from ears and scrape cobs to extract juice, then discard cobs. Whisk together egg and milk until smooth and stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt. Stir in corn, including juice.

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.

Serve fritters with salsa.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 17 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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