Sweetcorn, ham, and cheddar pan-fried into golden fritters — a satisfying way to turn a few simple ingredients into a snack everyone loves.
Ham, Corn & Cheese Fritters
Sweetcorn, ham, and cheddar pan-fried into golden fritters — a satisfying way to turn a few simple ingredients into a snack everyone loves.
Serves 4 · 20 min · 412 kcal
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⚠️ Allergens: Contains wheat, dairy and egg.
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Drain the corn thoroughly and pat it dry if it looks wet.
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Add the flour, baking powder, garlic powder and black pepper to a bowl.
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Add the beaten eggs and milk. Stir until a thick batter forms.
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Fold in the corn, finely diced ham, cheddar and optional spring onion.
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Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes. It should sit in a mound on a spoon rather than flow like pancake batter.
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Heat a thin layer of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
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Add approximately 2 tablespoons of mixture for each fritter.
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Flatten each portion gently into a small round about 1cm or ⅓ inch thick.
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Cook for 2–3 minutes without moving, until the underside is deeply golden and firm.
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Flip carefully and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until golden, fully set and steaming hot in the centre.
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Transfer to a clean plate and rest for 1–2 minutes before serving.
Chef's Tip
Air-fryer method: Lightly spray both sides with oil and arrange the fritters in a single layer on perforated baking paper. Air-fry at 190°C / 375°F for 9–12 minutes, carefully turning halfway through. Oven method: Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 15–18 minutes, turning once halfway through. • Cook one test fritter first. If it spreads, add another tablespoon of flour. • If the mixture looks dry and crumbly, add milk one teaspoon at a time. • Keep the fritters small. Large fritters may brown outside before the egg mixture sets inside. • Avoid pressing repeatedly while cooking, as this can squeeze out the cheese. Safety notes: Use only fully cooked ham. The centre must be fully set and steaming hot, with no wet egg or raw flour. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and use within three days. Reheat until piping hot.
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