The Best Sweetcorn Fritters

These Sweetcorn Fritters are the perfect mix of comfort food and clean eating. Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re bursting with the natural sweetness of corn, the citrusy brightness of lemon zest, and the fresh herbaceous kick of coriander. Made with gluten-free buckwheat flour and pan-fried in coconut oil, they’re as wholesome as they are flavorful.

Whether you're enjoying them as a quick lunch, a brunch side, or a savory snack with a dip, these fritters are versatile and crowd-pleasing. They're simple to make, plant-based, and great hot or cold — ideal for meal prep, lunchboxes, or impromptu weekend brunches. No eggs, no dairy, no gluten — just nourishing ingredients that come together effortlessly.

Ingredient Benefits

Sweetcorn is rich in fiber, antioxidants, and natural sugars that give these fritters their signature sweetness. It also provides B-vitamins like folate and thiamine, which support energy metabolism and nervous system health.

Coriander (also known as cilantro) brings freshness and digestive benefits. It’s rich in vitamin K and antioxidants that help detox the body and reduce inflammation.

Lemon Zest adds zing and brightness while delivering vitamin C and essential oils that support immune function and aid digestion.

Buckwheat Flour is a naturally gluten-free flour packed with protein, fiber, and important minerals like magnesium and manganese. It has a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of corn.

Coconut Oil is used here for pan-frying, adding a subtle sweetness and healthy saturated fats that are easily used by the body for energy.