Soft & Chewy Fresh Corn Batter Pancakes (No Boiling Needed!)
Made from freshly blended corn and cooked in a pan, they’re naturally sweet, easy to digest, and perfect for both kids and adults. Simple, warm, and incredibly satisfying.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Chinese
- 2 fresh sweet-glutinous corn cobs about 600g whole, ~400g kernels
- 100 –120g wet-milled glutinous rice flour
- 15 –20g sugar optional, adjust to taste
- 30 –50ml water
- cooking oil neutral-flavored, for pan-frying
- a little toasted black sesame optional, for topping
Remove the husks and silk from the corn. Cut the kernels off the cob carefully, making sure no hard cob pieces remain.
Place the corn kernels into a blender or food processor. Add about 20ml water and blend until smooth. Do not strain—the natural fiber improves texture.
Transfer the corn puree to a bowl. Add sugar (if using) and mix well. Gradually add the glutinous rice flour while stirring until the batter is thick, smooth, and lump-free.
Heat a non-stick pan over low heat. Lightly grease the surface with a thin layer of oil.
Spoon batter into the pan and gently spread into rounds about 8–10cm wide and 0.5cm thick. Sprinkle with black sesame if using.
Cook slowly over low heat until the bottom sets and turns lightly golden. Lightly mist the surface with water, drizzle a little oil, then flip carefully.
Continue cooking until both sides are golden and the pancake feels springy when gently pressed.
Remove from the pan and serve warm for the best soft, chewy texture.