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Hold the Meat, Please….

August 18, 2011 - By 

On Monday I wanted to have a nice, sit down dinner.  I know it may sound crazy to do this on the day I go back to work but there is just something to be said about gathering at the table after a long day and sharing a meal.  It forces us all to be still, unplug and talk.  Using words, not emails and texts.

I like to prepare a meatless dish at least 2 nights a week.  I never set out to do this specifically, it just happens.  It is far easier to accomplish this in the warmer months when fresh food and produce are at their most abundant levels.

One such family favorite is the corn fritter.  Simple, easy and tasty this little corn cake packs a powerful punch of flavor.  Add whatever fresh herbs you have, top with a fresh salsa and a little crema and you have a nice, light meal!

Corn and Black Bean Fritters

4 ears of fresh corn: blanched and kernels cut off of the cob or 2 cups of frozen corn, thawed
1 can of black beans, drained and  rinsed
1 6 oz package of cornbread mix
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp ancho chili powder
1 tsp cumin
salt/pepper
1/2 C minced fresh parsley and/or cilantro
1/2 C water

In a large bowl mash the beans with a fork.  Add corn, corn bread mix, egg, ground chili, cumin, salt/pepper, and water.  Stir to combine.

Heat a large skillet or griddle.  Add batter, like pancakes , to the oiled pan.  Spread out a little with the scoop to make sure it cooks all the way through.  Flip and continue to cook.
I like to top mine with a fresh tomato salsa, cilantro and a little crema. Eat immediately. 
My son and I like these for breakfast, too ????  This makes enough for a side dish.

9 Comments on “Hold the Meat, Please….”

  1. Tomorrow we're having a mexican night at my Yoga studio and I've been looking for vegetarian recipes to add to the menu. This sounds perfect! Will post pics if we end up making it. Gotta see if I can find cornbread mix here in the DR :)
  2. I grew up on sweet corn fritters in New Zealand. It was a stable in our diet. I like your version. I might just whip up some this week. Thanks for the inspiration.
  4. Never having made these before, (and they sound delicious), can I make the batter up earlier in the day and when we get home from activities and cook them up? Thanks, H.C.
  5. So happy too see this, although I love meat, it doesn't love me, I don't think, and I have been trying to add less meat and more veggies to my diet and this recipe looks great! Thanks for sharing!
  6. Thank you ALL for visiting!! HC: I think you should be able to make it ahead...as long as your corn was dry when you put it in. I think it should work, I have never tried it!! Mashing of the beans is optional...I don't always do it :)
  8. I am looking forward to trying these..they sound great! We have cut down on the amount of meat we eat each week, trying to replace with bean dishes and this sounds perfect! :)

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