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Easy Vegan Jalapeño Corn Fritters

Crispy and tender vegan corn fritters with a hint of jalapeño, perfect as an appetizer or side.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Easy Vegan Jalapeño Corn Fritters
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

Corn fritters are a wonderful way to enjoy sweet summer corn, and these vegan ones are incredibly simple to whip up. They get wonderfully crispy on the outside while staying tender and delicious on the inside, with just a gentle kick from the jalapeño.

With just a few pantry staples, you can have a batch of these delightful fritters ready in no time. They make a fantastic appetizer for a gathering or a simple, satisfying side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour (or a gluten free blend)
  • 1/4 cup plant based milk
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh jalapeño, seeds removed if you prefer less heat
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the corn kernels, plant based milk, chopped jalapeño, nutritional yeast, cilantro or parsley, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together well.

  2. 2

    Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick but still spoonable.

  3. 3

    Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium high heat. The oil is ready when a drop of batter sizzles immediately.

  4. 4

    Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon. Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

  5. 5

    Fry for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to carefully flip them.

  6. 6

    Once cooked, remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

  7. 7

    Serve warm and enjoy!

💡 Tips

These fritters are best served fresh and hot, right out of the pan. They can be a great accompaniment to a casual lunch or dinner.

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