These Sweet Corn Fritter Breakfast Sandwiches combine crispy, golden corn fritters with fried eggs, savory bacon or sausage, fresh avocado, and peppery arugula for a delicious and hearty morning meal. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of spice and topped with optional hot sauce, this recipe brings a satisfying twist to breakfast sandwiches.
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:4 sandwiches
Ingredients
Fritter Batter
1 cup fresh sweet corn kernels (about 2 ears of corn)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
For Frying
Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
Sandwich Components
4 large eggs
4 slices of crispy bacon or cooked sausage patties (optional)
Sliced avocado (to taste)
Fresh arugula (to taste)
Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
Instructions
Make the Fritter Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, flour, egg, milk, baking powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, green onions, and cheddar cheese. Stir until just combined; the batter should be thick yet able to drop from a spoon.
Fry the Fritters: Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat until all the batter is used.
Cook the Eggs: In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, and fry the eggs to your desired doneness—sunny side up or over easy work well for this sandwich.
Assemble the Sandwiches: On a serving plate, place one corn fritter as the base. Top with a fried egg, a slice of bacon or sausage if desired, slices of avocado, and a handful of fresh arugula. Drizzle with hot sauce for an extra kick if desired. Finish with another corn fritter on top.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sandwiches immediately while warm, and enjoy this delightful and hearty breakfast!
Notes
Use fresh corn kernels for the best flavor, or substitute with frozen thawed corn if fresh is unavailable.
Adjust cayenne pepper to suit your heat preference or omit for a milder taste.
For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or sausage and add extra avocado or tomato slices.
Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet when frying the fritters to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Use oil with a high smoke point like canola or vegetable to prevent burning.
Wipe the skillet gently before frying the eggs if there's excess oil or burnt bits from the fritters for a cleaner taste.
These sandwiches are best served immediately to enjoy the fritters crisp and eggs warm.
