Zucchini Corn Fritters
Delicious fritters made with zucchini and sweet corn, offering a crispy exterior and tender inside, perfect for snacks or side dishes.
Ingredients
Fritter Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated Ensure to squeeze out excess moisture
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded You can substitute with feta, mozzarella, or pepper jack
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- as needed oil for frying Use enough to cover the bottom of the frying pan
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by grating the zucchinis and placing them in a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, corn kernels, cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, egg, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well incorporated.
- In a spacious frying pan, pour enough oil to cover the bottom and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Using a tablespoon or your hands, scoop out a small portion of the mixture and gently flatten it into round patties.
- Carefully place the fritters in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
- Once cooked, transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve warm.
Notes
Top tips include squeezing zucchini to avoid soggy fritters, experimenting with different cheeses, adding herbs and spices, and keeping cooked fritters warm in a low oven.