Crispy Air Fryer Corn Fritters
These Crispy Air Fryer Corn Fritters are packed with sweet corn, fresh parsley, green onions, and smoky paprika. Golden on the outside and tender inside, they make an easy savory snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Equipment
- baking paper
- Large bowl
- spoon
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups plain flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper to season
- 100 ml milk
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1/2 small bunch parsley finely chopped
- 4 green onions finely chopped
- 500 g corn kernels canned or fresh
Instructions
- Combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a large bowl.
- Season with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and beaten eggs until a smooth, thick batter forms.
- Fold in the parsley, green onions, and corn.
- Shape the mixture into 10 to 12 fritters using spoonfuls about the size of a golf ball.
- Flatten each fritter slightly.
- Line the base of the air fryer basket with baking paper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C.
- Arrange the fritters in the basket in batches.
- Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Turn the fritters after 8 minutes.
- Continue cooking until golden and set.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Both canned and fresh corn work well in these fritters. If using canned corn, drain it thoroughly before adding it to the batter. Too much moisture can make the fritters softer. The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape. Flatten each fritter slightly so the centre cooks evenly while the outside becomes golden. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cooking the fritters in batches allows the hot air to circulate properly and produces a crisper result.Storage Advice
Store leftover corn fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 180°C for a few minutes until hot and crisp. You can also freeze the cooked fritters for up to 2 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating.Wine Advice
Serve these corn fritters with a fresh Sauvignon Blanc. Its lively acidity works beautifully with the sweet corn, fresh parsley and green onions, while its freshness balances the smoky paprika and crisp fried exterior.Nutrition values
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 330 kcal | Carbohydrates: 58 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 7 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 390 mg | Sugar: 9 g