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Corn-and-Zucchini-Fritters-with-Herb-Yogurt-Sauce-Recipe

Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Herb Yogurt Sauce

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 fritters 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Herb Yogurt Sauce are bursting with flavor, made with fresh ingredients and perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups freshly grated zucchini
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
  • 12 teaspoons tabasco
  • 2 cups corn kernels cut from the cob
  • ½ cup sliced scallions
  • 8 oz crumbled feta
  • Extra virgin olive oil for frying
  • ½ cup greek yogurt
  • â…“ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 lemon freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh dill or parsley

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchini, sprinkle with kosher salt, and place in a colander. Let sit for 10 minutes, then press out the water. Let sit another 10 minutes and squeeze out more water.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt. Add whisked eggs to form a smooth batter. Incorporate garlic and tabasco.
  3. Fold in the squeezed zucchini, corn, scallions, and gently add feta until just combined.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and coat with olive oil.
  5. Drop about 3 tablespoons of the mixture into the skillet, pressing lightly. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Flip gently and cook until golden on the other side.
  6. Transfer fritters to a wire rack or paper towels and repeat, adding more oil as needed.

Notes

Make sure to squeeze out as much water from the zucchini as possible for crispy fritters.
Feel free to use fresh herbs that you enjoy, like parsley or dill, to enhance the flavor.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg