If you’re wondering what to serve with your corn fritters, you’ve come to the right place.
In this article, I list 39 of the most popular side dishes for corn fritters.
In a rush? Here’s the short answer.
The best dishes to serve with corn fritters are cherry cola spare ribs, New Orleans BBQ shrimp, double chocolate chili, avocado salsa, and fried eggs. Try arugula salad, Caprese salad, or coleslaw for lighter options. For sauce and dips, try bacon jam, sriracha aioli, or hot honey.
Ready? Let’s jump right in.
Toppings and dips
Corn fritters are tastier with the right toppings and dips.
Try pico de gallo if you want a fresh bite. Or go with a simple fried egg if you want a quick and easy protein fix.
I love dipping these fritters in a sriracha aioli for added creaminess and heat, but go with hot honey if you want to try something new.
Sriracha aioli
This isn’t technically a side dish, but corn fritters aren’t complete without a dipping sauce like sriracha aioli.
It’ll add a spicy, garlicky twist that works well with the sweetness of the corn kernels in these fritters.
This version involves making aioli from scratch with egg yolks, but you can also make this with high-quality mayo instead.
Why we love this recipe: it’s versatile.
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Sriracha aioli
Make it cheesy
Beer cheese dip
Go Mexican
Chipotle lime crema
Avocado salsa
Add a fresh bite to your corn fritters with this avocado salsa.
The avocado cubes add a delightful creaminess, while the lime vinaigrette brings a refreshingly zesty kick that cuts through the greasiness of your fritters.
Pssst… want a hint of heat? Just add red chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Why we love this recipe: it’s a cross between guacamole and fresh salsa.
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Avocado salsa
Fire up the grill
Grilled pineapple salsa
Stick with the classic
Pico de gallo
Fried eggs
If you’re making pancake-style egg fritters for breakfast, complete the meal with fried eggs!
My favorites are those with lacy, crispy edges and a runny yolk to coat the fritters.
And they’re super simple to make – the trick is to make sure your greased pan is extra hot. Wait until the pan is sizzling to break in your egg.
Why we love this recipe: it’s foolproof.
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Fried eggs
Make it fancy
Poached eggs
Make it creamy
Cheesy scrambled eggs
Bacon jam
Who says jam always has to be sweet? This bacon jam is one of my favorite savory jams to slather on corn fritters.
The secret ingredients is brewed coffee.
The coffee works as a flavor enhancer for the rest of the jam’s ingredients, giving it a really deep, savory flavor.
Why we love this recipe: it’s great for gifting – just wrap a ribbon around the jar and you’re good to go.
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Bacon jam
Make it meat-free
Caramelized onion jam
Make it herby
Rosemary tomato jam
Hot honey
Not in the mood for jam? Try hot honey instead!
True to its name, it’ll add a finger-licking good sweet-spicy bite to your crispy corn fritters.
And the best part? You only need three ingredients to make it!
Pssst… the recipe only uses dried chili peppers, but I like adding a dash of hot sauce for an even spicier kick.
Why we love this recipe: it’s also delicious drizzled over pizza.
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Hot honey
Add alcohol
Bourbon hot honey
Make it vegan
Homemade spicy maple syrup
Main dishes
Corn fritters are an excellent accompaniment to your favorite meaty main dishes.
You can dunk them in a piping hot bowl of chili or pair them with tender, juicy brisket for a tasty BBQ-inspired meal.
Double chocolate chili
Chocolate may be the furthest thing on your mind when it comes to savory food, but it’s the secret ingredient that’ll take your chili to the next level.
The cocoa powder and dark chocolate add depth and a hint of sweetness that offsets the heat from the spices in your chili.
Imagine smothering your corn fritters with that dark, flavorful broth? Yum!
Why we love this recipe: it has a 4.5 rating from 95 reviews.
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Double chocolate chili
Make it plant-based
45-minute lentil chili
Make it different
White chicken chili
Drunken beans
Also called frijoles borrochos, this classic Mexican dish gets its name from the addition of dark Mexican beer when cooking the beans.
But don’t worry about this dish tasting like alcohol – the beer will eventually boil off and leave your beans with a deeper flavor that gives them an extra oomph.
Pair these beans with your corn fritters for a hearty dinner.
Why we love this recipe: it’s pure comfort in a bowl.
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Drunken beans
Skip the beer
Bourbon baked beans
Keep it simple
White beans with tomatoes and garlic
Cherry cola spare ribs
If you’ve yet to try using cherry cola in your BBQ sauce, you’re missing out big time!
This fizzy drink has a sweet-tart flavor profile that’s delicious with the juicy pork ribs.
And if you want a bolder flavor, try smoking your glazed ribs with cherry wood chunks.
Enjoy your corn fritters alongside these sticky ribs for a delicious cookout meal.
Why we love this recipe: these ribs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Cherry cola spare ribs
Preheat the oven
Honey garlic oven-baked barbecue ribs
Skip the pork
Sticky lamb ribs
New Orleans BBQ shrimp
Despite having BBQ in its name, you don’t need to fire up the grill to make this shrimp dish.
Instead, it gets its name from the gravy made with butter, garlic, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
Not only does the sauce bring a vibrant color, but it also gives the shrimp a bright, garlicky flavor.
Enjoy these with a plate of corn fritters to mop up any leftover sauce. YUM.
Why we love this recipe: it’s great for busy weeknight dinners.
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New Orleans BBQ shrimp
Go Spanish
10-min Spanish garlic shrimp
Make it decadent
Coconut curry shrimp
Salads and veggies
Pair your corn fritters with these healthy sides to make them a complete meal.
Serve them with a juicy Caprese salad if you want to keep the summer theme, or go with collard greens for a Southern twist.
You can also go with a simple leafy salad if you want your corn fritters to be the highlight of the meal.
Marinated summer Caprese salad
This version of the classic Italian Caprese salad is a step above the original recipe.
It requires an extra step of marinating the tomatoes and mozzarella balls in a balsamic mixture, which infuses them with an intensified tangy flavor.
The recipe recommends marinating for six to seven hours for best results, but even a two-hour soak will make this salad tastier.
Why we love this recipe: it’s a great make-ahead dish.
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Marinated summer Caprese salad
Another Italian classic
Panzanella salad
Make it warm
Cherry tomato confit
Arugula salad
This arugula salad is a mainstay in my household.
It may seem simple, but the arugula’s natural pepperiness, combined with the salty parmesan and bright lemon vinaigrette, makes for a deliciously fresh combination.
I especially love pairing this with corn fritters for a well-balanced lunch.
Why we love this recipe: a serving only has 135 calories.
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Arugula salad
Make a classic
Chef salad
Go Greek
Greek lettuce salad
Spicy collard greens
Slow cooking is the best way to cook collard greens.
Not only does it make the-once tough greens silky and tender, but the bacon and vinegar-flavored cooking broth infuse the leaves with tons of umami.
You also get some pot likker – a concentrated broth you can drizzle over your corn fritters for more flavor.
Why we love this recipe: it’s healthy comfort food.
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Spicy collard greens
Make it different
Creamy collard greens with bacon
Make it quick
Sauteed collard greens
Buttermilk coleslaw
There are hundreds of coleslaw recipes out there, but I always come back to this version.
The combination of buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and horseradish gives the crisp veggies a creamy, tangy bite that pairs perfectly with your sweet corn fritters.
Pro-tip: use a mandoline or slice the veg by hand to get long shreds that don’e get so mushy.
Why we love this recipe: it’s low-carb.
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Buttermilk coleslaw
Ditch the mayo
Greek yogurt slaw
Skip the cabbage
Broccoli slaw
The best dishes to serve with corn fritters
- Sriracha aioli
- Avocado salsa
- Fried eggs
- Bacon jam
- Hot honey
- Double chocolate chili
- Drunken beans
- Cherry cola spare ribs
- New Orleans BBQ shrimp
- Marinated summer Caprese salad
- Arugula salad
- Spicy collard greens
- Buttermilk coleslaw
What to serve with corn fritters: Arugula salad
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby arugula, washed and dried
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon, squeezed
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp coarse ground black pepper
- ½ cup shaved parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the arugula to the bowl and toss until the greens are well-coated. Sprinkle in the parmesan cheese and give everything a stir.
- Serve immediately.
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