Description
These Corn Zucchini Fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. Made with fresh sweet corn and grated zucchini, they are combined with flour, baking powder, eggs, and green onions, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these fritters are perfect for a quick meal or party finger food.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh corn (shucked)
- 1 cup zucchini (grated, excess moisture removed)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- ¼ cup green onions (chopped)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Shuck the fresh corn from the cob and grate the zucchini. Be sure to squeeze out any excess moisture from the zucchini using cheesecloth or paper towels to avoid soggy fritters.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, grated zucchini, and chopped green onions. Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and beaten eggs. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated into a uniform batter.
- Season: Add salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences, mixing well to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the batter.
- Heat the Oil: Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil or vegetable oil. Allow it to heat until shimmering but not smoking, which ensures a crispy exterior for the fritters.
- Fry the Fritters: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Cook each fritter for about 3 to 4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then carefully flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time. Fry in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any extra oil before serving. This keeps them crisp and less greasy.
Notes
- Removing excess moisture from zucchini is key to preventing soggy fritters.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For a dairy-free version, use oil of choice and ensure eggs fit your dietary preferences or substitute with flax eggs if vegan.
- Serve fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
- To keep fritters warm while frying in batches, place them on an oven-safe rack inside a warm oven at low heat.
