These fritters use canned tuna's natural gelatin to bind without eggs—a 1940s wartime trick that actually works better.
Cheesy Tuna & Sweetcorn Fritters
Savor the scrumptiousness of our Cheesy Tuna & Sweetcorn Fritters, a mouthwatering treat that's a hit with both grown-ups and little ones! Packed with creamy cheese, flaky tuna, and sweet bursts of corn, these fritters are not only easy to whip up but also perfect for any mealtime. Get ready to delight your taste buds and enjoy a fun, finger-friendly dish that everyone will love!
Prep
10
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 tin of tuna drained
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 handful of grated cheddar
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 3 heaped tbsp flour (45 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 1 cup sweetcorn (240 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
- 2
Add tbsp sized amount to a hot frying pan with a little oil and fry on both sides until golden.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Heat your frying oil to 325-350°F before adding fritters because lower temperatures cause oil absorption and soggy results, while higher temps burn the outside before cooking through.technique325-350°F
- ✓Drain canned tuna and sweetcorn completely, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture that would create steam and prevent proper browning.ingredient
- ✓Let the mixed batter rest for 10-15 minutes so flour proteins hydrate fully, creating better binding and preventing fritters from falling apart during frying.timing10-15 minutes
- ✓Use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop instead of a tablespoon to portion fritters for consistent 2-inch diameter size that ensures even cooking times.equipment2-inch diameter
- ✓Flip fritters only once when edges are set and bubbles form on surface (about 2-3 minutes per side) because multiple flips break the delicate structure.timing2-3 minutes per side
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Prep
10
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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These fritters use canned tuna's natural gelatin to bind without eggs—a 1940s wartime trick that actually works better.
Cheesy Tuna & Sweetcorn Fritters
Savor the scrumptiousness of our Cheesy Tuna & Sweetcorn Fritters, a mouthwatering treat that's a hit with both grown-ups and little ones! Packed with creamy cheese, flaky tuna, and sweet bursts of corn, these fritters are not only easy to whip up but also perfect for any mealtime. Get ready to delight your taste buds and enjoy a fun, finger-friendly dish that everyone will love!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 tin of tuna drained
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 handful of grated cheddar
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 3 heaped tbsp flour (45 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 1 cup sweetcorn (240 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
- 2
Add tbsp sized amount to a hot frying pan with a little oil and fry on both sides until golden.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Heat your frying oil to 325-350°F before adding fritters because lower temperatures cause oil absorption and soggy results, while higher temps burn the outside before cooking through.technique325-350°F
- ✓Drain canned tuna and sweetcorn completely, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture that would create steam and prevent proper browning.ingredient
- ✓Let the mixed batter rest for 10-15 minutes so flour proteins hydrate fully, creating better binding and preventing fritters from falling apart during frying.timing10-15 minutes
- ✓Use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop instead of a tablespoon to portion fritters for consistent 2-inch diameter size that ensures even cooking times.equipment2-inch diameter
- ✓Flip fritters only once when edges are set and bubbles form on surface (about 2-3 minutes per side) because multiple flips break the delicate structure.timing2-3 minutes per side