A lower-calorie way to make Corn Fritters
Corn Fritters — with abundant sweetcorn, spring onion and oat batter
Sweetcorn bound by a small oat-and-egg batter cooks into crisp-edged fritters, about 355 kcal per serving.
Prepare wet and firm components separately, remove excess moisture and combine only once each element has the right texture. The finished corn fritters has clear browned surfaces, a moist centre and no greasy or watery layer.
What changes—and what stays
From with more flour, cheese and frying oil often 480–620 kcal to 355 calories
Use more corn than batter and cook on a well-heated lightly brushed pan. Charred corn, spring onion, smoked paprika, lime and coriander give bright savoury flavour.
| Part | Conventional | Lighter | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core method | More added fat or a heavier proportion | Use more corn than batter and cook on a well-heated lightly brushed pan | Charred corn, spring onion, smoked paprika, lime and coriander give bright savoury flavour. |
How the flavor stays
Charred corn, spring onion, smoked paprika, lime and coriander give bright savoury flavour.
A cost rule that survives inflation
Frozen corn and eggs make twelve affordable fritters year-round.
Ingredients for 6
Measure first; timing is part of how this recipe uses less fat.
- 1.2 kgsweetcorn kernels
- 5eggs
- 220 goat flour
- 250 gplain yoghurt 2%
- 150 gspring onions
- 60 gcoriander
- 14 gcanola oil
- 2limes
- 6 gsmoked paprika
Method
Each step includes heat, a visible cue, and a recovery.
Step 1 · follow the visible cue
Dry and char some corn
Thaw and dry corn, then char one third in a hot dry pan for dark spots.
Look for: Kernels are dry and some have brown blistered faces.
Step 2 · follow the visible cue
Mix the smallest batter
Whisk eggs, oat flour and yoghurt, then fold in corn, spring onion and spice.
Look for: Corn dominates and batter only binds between kernels.
Step 3 · follow the visible cue
Portion twelve thin fritters
Spoon equal portions onto a lightly brushed hot pan and flatten once.
Look for: Fritters are even and edges begin setting immediately.
Step 4 · follow the visible cue
Turn once after a crust forms
Flip only when the underside releases, then finish until the centre is set.
Look for: Edges are crisp, corn juicy and no oil film remains.
Calories at the same serving size
160 kcal · 31% lower estimated
The estimate uses the listed ingredients divided into 6 servings. Brand labels, trimming, and the amount left in the pan can change the result.
Keep the leftovers in the same spirit
Cool Corn Fritters within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
Cool Corn Fritters within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
Frequently asked questions
Can Corn Fritters be prepared a day ahead?
Yes. Cool quickly and keep crisp, fresh or delicate parts separate until serving. Cool Corn Fritters within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
What does the calorie figure for Corn Fritters include?
It covers one of the stated servings from the listed quantities only; extra sides and sauces are not included. Use more corn than batter and cook on a well-heated lightly brushed pan.
- sweetcorn kernels1.2 kg
- eggs5
- oat flour220 g
- plain yoghurt 2%250 g
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Published and last reviewed: August 25, 2026
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