ViaVia Recipe of the Month: Corn Fritter (Light Bites)

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still adding flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is cost-effective.

green onions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: regular onions

Chives provide similar flavor with fewer calories, while regular onions are often cheaper.

baking powder

🥗Healthier: baking soda + vinegar

💰Cheaper: self-raising flour

Self-raising flour simplifies the recipe and saves on additional ingredients.

Combine 200 grams of all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons of rice flour in a bowl.

Peel the corn and add it to the bowl.

Slice 1 spring onion and add it to the bowl.

Crush 3 garlic and 2 shallots in a mortar until fine and add to the bowl.

Add 0.5 teaspoon of coriander and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the bowl.

Gradually add 100 milliliters of water until the batter reaches the desired consistency.

Heat 300 milliliters of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat until bubbles form.

Spoon the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, flipping as necessary.

Once golden brown, remove fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens