Celebrate the bounty of the garden with our Golden Harvest: Sweet Corn and Zucchini Fritters! These fritters are a delightful blend of fresh sweet corn and zucchini, combined with herbs and spices, then fried to a perfect golden crisp. Light, flavorful, and packed with veggies, they make for a wonderful appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 40 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Serves: 4-6
- Serving size: 2-3 fritters per person
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fiber: 3g
Ingredients
- Fresh sweet corn kernels: 2 cups (about 300g or 10.6 oz)
- Zucchini, grated: 2 medium (about 250g or 8.8 oz)
- All-purpose flour: 100g (3.5 oz)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Green onions, chopped: 50g (1.7 oz)
- Garlic, minced: 10g (0.35 oz)
- Paprika: 5g (0.18 oz)
- Baking powder: 5g (0.18 oz)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sour cream or yogurt, for serving
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Prepare Vegetables: Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini. Combine zucchini, corn kernels, and green onions in a bowl.
- Make Batter: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add eggs and mix until smooth.
- Combine: Fold the vegetable mixture into the batter.
- Fry Fritters: Heat oil in a frying pan. Drop spoonfuls of the batter and flatten slightly. Fry until golden on each side.
- Serve: Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to avoid soggy fritters.
- Keep the fritters warm in the oven while frying batches.
- Experiment with adding different herbs or cheese for variety.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I bake these fritters instead of frying?
Yes, they can be baked, but they won’t be as crispy.
How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in a pan.
Can I use frozen corn?
Yes, thaw and drain well before using.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free alternative for a GF option.