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These Weight Watchers Corn Fritters are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, with a satisfying crunch that’s hard to resist. They’re made with fresh corn, zesty jalapeños, and bell peppers, all seasoned with paprika and garlic for a flavor-packed bite. Best of all, they’re just 1 point for two fritters, so you can enjoy them guilt-free. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish or a tasty snack, these fritters are a versatile option that’s easy to customize.
Ingredients in Weight Watchers Corn Fritters
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For Weight Watchers Corn Fritters, you’ll need 4 ears of corn on the cob, shucked, rinsed, and cut off the cob. Add 3 eggs, ¼ cup of thinly sliced green onions, 1 medium red bell pepper, small diced, and 1 small jalapeno, small diced. Include 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, ½ tablespoon of minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon of paprika, and ½ teaspoon of table salt, plus more to taste. Finally, add 3 pinches of black pepper, with additional seasoning to taste.
Prepare the Corn Mixture
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After chopping the ingredients and cutting the kernels off the cob, mix the corn with the chopped bell pepper and jalapeno.
Whisk the Egg Mixture
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In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until the egg mixture becomes frothy.
Combine Mixtures
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Gently fold the egg mixture into the corn mixture until well combined.
Preheat the Skillet
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and spray it with cooking spray.
Cook the Fritters
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Once the skillet is hot, drop spoonful of the corn fritter batter into the skillet, leaving space between each. Each fritter should be about 3 tablespoons to ensure a decent size. Work in batches if necessary.
Flip and Finish Cooking
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Cook the fritters for 2-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time, or until thoroughly hot and set.
Serve
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Enjoy the fritters immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Variations and Substitutions
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- Corn Options: Use 2 cups of canned, drained corn or thawed frozen corn; adjust as needed.
- Special Diets: For vegan fritters, use an egg substitute; for gluten-free, swap flour with a GF blend.
- Cheesy Fritters: Add fat-free cheddar or parmesan for extra flavor.
- Dipping Sauces: Pair with light ranch, avocado dip, spicy aioli, yogurt dip, or honey butter.
- Zucchini Twist: Add grated, drained zucchini, and an extra egg if needed for binding.
Tips and Tricks for Making Weight Watchers Easy Corn Fritters:
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- Redistribute the Egg Mixture: Ensure each spoonful has some egg mixture to keep the fritters from falling apart.
- Control Heat: If the pan smokes, reduce the heat to avoid burning the fritters.
- Lighter Fritters: Whip the egg whites for a fluffier texture.
- Extra Crunch: Finish in the air fryer for a thicker crust.
- Zero Points: One fritter counts as zero points due to the small amount of flour.
