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Fresh-Corn “Oysters” from 1910, an original illustrative image based on the cited recipe

Vegetable

Fresh-Corn “Oysters” from 1910

Despite the historic name, these are seafood-free fresh-corn griddle cakes bound with egg and just enough flour.

BrunchLunchSnackVegetarianDairy-freeSkilletStovetopPublic domainHistoric recipeBudget-friendly
Prep12 min
Cook12 min
Serves4
Total24 min
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What you’ll need

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated fresh corn pulp, from about 4 large ears
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil or butter, for the griddle
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Make it happen

Directions

  1. 1

    Grate the corn from the cobs into a bowl, capturing the pulp and juices.

  2. 2

    Stir in the beaten eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until just combined.

  3. 3

    Heat a thin film of oil or butter on a griddle or wide skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto the griddle and flatten slightly.

  5. 5

    Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until browned and set through. Serve hot.

Estimated per serving

Nutrition at a glance

Recipe makes 4 servings. Values are planning estimates, not medical advice.

1 portion
205calories7gprotein31gcarbs7gfat3gfiber330mgsodium