Easy Jalapeño Corn Fritters

These crispy-outside, tender-inside fritters are pure breakfast joy—golden, lightly spiced, and the kind of thing that makes your morning feel special without demanding hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• ½ cup plant-based milk mixed with 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Oil for frying

Method:

1. Mix flour, cornmeal, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Stir in corn, jalapeño, and cilantro.
3. Pour in the milk mixture and stir until just combined—lumps are fine.
4. Heat ½ inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of your spoon.
6. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with lime crema or your favourite salsa.

Full recipe at Minimalist Baker →

Chef's tip: Let your batter rest for 5 minutes before frying—it helps the fritters hold together beautifully and stay extra tender inside.