Description

These Crispy Cheddar Corn Potato Fritters are a deliciously golden and savory appetizer or side dish featuring shredded potatoes, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfectly pan-fried to a crispy finish, they combine the creamy texture of potatoes with the sweetness of corn and the tangy richness of cheddar, enhanced by fresh green onions and optional parsley. Whether served hot with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce, these fritters make an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked potatoes (or 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and grated)
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup finely chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
2 large eggs
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

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Instructions

Prepare Potatoes: If you’re using raw grated potatoes, carefully squeeze out the excess moisture using a clean towel or paper towels to ensure your fritters become crispy when cooked.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, corn kernels, sharp cheddar cheese, finely chopped green onions, chopped parsley if using, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture until it is well incorporated and holds together well.
Heat Oil: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 to 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Let the oil warm up to ensure the fritters fry evenly and crisp up perfectly.
Form and Fry Fritters: Using about ¼ cup of the batter per fritter, scoop the mixture into the skillet. Flatten each fritter slightly with a spatula to help them cook evenly. Fry each side for 3–4 minutes or until the fritters turn golden brown and crispy.
Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
Repeat and Serve: Continue frying the remaining batter, adding additional oil to the skillet as needed. Serve the fritters hot, optionally with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.

Notes

For extra crispiness, rest the cooked fritters on a wire rack instead of stacking them, to avoid sogginess from steam.
For a spicy variation, add chopped jalapeños to the batter.
Swap parsley for cilantro if desired for a different fresh herb note.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American