Corn Fritters with Ham and Feta (Pan and Air Fried)
Corn Fritters with sweet ham, feta, and chives is a gluten-free bite made with a combo of chickpea and rice flour for a crunchy yet moist interior! Prepared using two cooking methods: Air Frying and Pan Frying.
This is a fantastic way to use any leftover sweet corn cobs! I’ve used cans for this recipe, but fresh corn would be great, too! A nice contrast with all that sweet corn is a nice salty feta cheese—my favourite summer combo! Plus, I’ve added bits of ham to make some extra protein for the little ones. These corn fritters are a complete dish in a single patty!
Gluten-Free Patties
I love this mix of chickpea and rice flour for patties! Chickpea flour brings in this sweet side and binds the ingredients together well, while rice flour helps bring a crunch to the cakes when fried in the pan. There is nothing like a soft, moist interior patty with a crunchy finish!
Kid-Friendly
These were made with kids in mind—a no-brainer, knowing most kids like sweet corn cobs. I like these to be served as a patty, making the kids break them with their hands and dip them in the sour cream or creme fraiche. Kids enjoy a dip!
Air Fryer vs. Pan Frying
The pan-fried version is the winner because of its textures: It creates a moist and fluffy interior and a crunchy golden crust on the exterior. The Air fryer will save you a few calories, but the visual result isn’t as pleasing as pan-fried. The Air fryer dries up the patty, producing a tasty but dryer version.
To Serve with
The corn fritters are a complete meal; I would serve maybe two patties with a lovely green salad. You can easily keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and bring a few for lunch at work or even as a quick snack.
FAQ
Can I use regular flour instead of chickpea and rice flour?
Yes, use a cup of regular flour if you wish.
Can I use creamed corn instead?
Yes! But you’ll need to calibrate the water and add a bit less.
Can I freeze the fritters?
For several weeks, you can freeze them, cooked or uncooked, in an airtight container. To defrost, heat them in the microwave or on a pan long enough to cook through.
Can I make bigger patties or smaller ones?
Yes, of course! If you use the Air fryer, adjust the time.
Baby-Led Weaning Version
If you intend to make these for the little one, you can cut on the feta to lower the sodium content.
Corn Fritters with Ham & Feta (2 ways)
Ingredients
- 90 g chickpea flour
- 70 g rice flour
- 280 g sweet corn 2 small cans
- 100 ml broth or water
- 1 egg
- 75 g feta cheese
- 50 g ham
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- chives
- salt and pepper
Dip
- Sour cream or Creme fraiche
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a big bowl, and make patties with your hands (60g).
Air Fryer
- Cook at 180°C (350F°) for 10 minutes.
Pan Fried (Best way)
- Add olive oil to the bottom of a hot pan and sear each side of the patties until crisp and golden, about 8 minutes.
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I loved this recipe! So easy to make and the combo of flavors was really delicious. The entire family loved them!
Glad you enjoyed it!
These corn fritters are so tasty and easy to make! I used crumbled bacon and shredded cheese in mine. Pan frying is the way to go!
They are great! I use feta because it s salt levels mixed with the sweetness of the corn is simply irresistible.
So easy to make and my kids packed the leftovers in their lunch boxes!
Yes, great for lunch boxes!
I cobbled these fritters together with some leftover ham and sent it in the kids school lunches this week. They were such a nice departure from the usual ham sandwich!
For sure a nice change!
I had not made corn fritters before this. These ones sounded so delicious I couldn’t resist. Great flavour and loved them with the sour cream.
Glad you’ve tried them!
these corn fritters are so dang addicting. Everyone loves it especially the kids
Yes! A new favorite for many families!