Kale Fritters
Quick and easy Kale Fritters combine healthy greens and sweet corn in a crispy, golden fritter batter. An ideal snack, appetizer, or side.
Servings: 4
Calories: 193kcal
Cost: $7
Equipment
- Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups kale 100 g finely chopped (remove tough stems)
- ½ cup corn 75g, canned, frozen, or fresh
- ½ cup all-purpose / plain flour 60g
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk 60ml
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons oil for frying, more if needed
Instructions
- Wash and finely chop the kale, discarding any tough stems. If using fresh corn, cook it briefly and set aside. For frozen, run it under warm water so it isn’t frozen solid.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and cumin until smooth.
- Stir the chopped kale, corn, onion, and garlic into the batter until everything is well combined.
- Heat 1-2 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop spoonfuls of the kale mixture into the pan, flattening each one slightly with a spoon to form fritters.
- Fry each fritter for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve them warm, with a dollop of sour cream, a fried egg, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet. Fry the fritters in batches so they cook evenly and get crispy.
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the batter; otherwise, the fritters may turn out soggy.
- Press each fritter down lightly with a spoon once it’s in the pan to get an even thickness and crispiness.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron to prevent sticking.
- Adjust seasonings to taste. A sprinkle of smoked paprika or some fresh herbs can add even more depth.
Nutrition
Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1251IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2mg