Cuban Corn Fritters Recipe

courtesy of the Cocina Cubana Club founded by Pascual Perez & chef Sonia Martinez

We make frituras de maiz (corn fritters) for special events and for specials on the truck and they’re always a hit!   Try making it at home! Estan riquisimos! 

1 cup fresh corn kernels, ground to a pulp
1 egg, well beaten
1/2 tsp anis seed, ground or pounded w/mortar and pestle
5 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
Oil for frying

Mix all the ingredients. If too liquid, add just a small amount of all-purpose flour and mix well. Drop in hot (375oF) frying oil a spoonful at a time. Should yield enough for 4 people.

Sonia’s Note: If you add a little bit of vinegar, about 1/2 teaspoon, to the batter, the fritters will not absorb as much oil.