Cheesy Sweetcorn Fritters

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• 200 g sweetcorn kernels — tinned or frozen, drained

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• 100 g plain flour

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• 1 tsp baking powder

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• 2 piece eggs — beaten

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• 50 ml milk

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• 80 g Cheddar cheese — grated

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• 2 piece spring onions — finely chopped

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• 3 tbsp vegetable oil — for frying

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Step by step

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain flour and baking powder.

2. 2

   Stir in the beaten eggs and milk to form a thick batter.

3. 3

   Fold in the sweetcorn kernels, grated Cheddar and chopped spring onions until well mixed.

4. 4

   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Drop heaped tablespoons of the batter into the pan, spacing them apart, and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.

6. 6

   Fry for 2– 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches, adding more oil as needed.

7. 7

   Drain the fritters on kitchen paper and allow to cool slightly before serving.

8. 8

   Serve warm or at room temperature with tomato ketchup or a mild yoghurt dip.