Description

These Corn Zucchini Fritters are crispy, savory, and packed with fresh summer veggies. Made with grated zucchini, fresh corn, and green onions, these golden fritters are pan-fried to perfection in olive oil for a satisfying and delicious appetizer or side dish. They’re quick to prepare and perfect for using up fresh produce in a flavorful way.

Ingredients

Vegetables

1 cup fresh corn (shucked)
1 cup zucchini (grated, excess moisture removed)
¼ cup green onions (chopped)

Dry Ingredients

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder

Wet Ingredients

2 large eggs (beaten)

Seasonings and Oil

½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)

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Instructions

Prepare the vegetables: Shuck the fresh corn and grate the zucchini. Use cheesecloth or paper towels to squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated zucchini, ensuring the fritters will hold together well.
Make 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. Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated into a cohesive batter.
Season the batter: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Stir the mixture once more to evenly distribute the seasonings throughout the batter.
Heat the oil: Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil or vegetable oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers but does not smoke.
Fry the fritters: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Flatten slightly if needed for even cooking. Fry the fritters for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Drain and serve: Transfer the cooked fritters onto paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve warm as a delicious snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Notes

Removing excess moisture from the zucchini is crucial to prevent soggy fritters.
Use fresh corn for the best flavor; canned or frozen corn can be substituted but drain well.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.
For a crispy texture, avoid crowding the pan when frying.
These fritters can be kept warm in a low oven while cooking remaining batches.