Crispy Cheddar Corn Potato Fritters
These Crispy Cheddar Corn Potato Fritters combine creamy potatoes, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar, all encased in a golden, crispy exterior—perfect for any occasion.
- 2 cups shredded russet potatoes
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped scallions
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese parsley, chives, or thyme
- Oil for frying
Grate the russet potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel. This step ensures your fritters turn out crispy!
In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, sweet corn, cheddar cheese, scallions, eggs, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add optional extras like Parmesan or herbs, and mix well.
Form the mixture into ½-inch thick patties using a spoon or cookie scoop. Don’t worry about them being perfectly shaped—rustic is part of the charm!
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each patty for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve the fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch, sour cream, or salsa.