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Corn Fritters (with Zesty Greek Yogurt Sauce)


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 14 fritters
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Golden, crispy fritters made with sweet corn, fresh bell pepper, herbs, and smoked paprika, served alongside a creamy jalapeño Greek yogurt dip for the perfect savory bite.


Ingredients

Jalapeño Greek Yogurt Dip:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek or regular yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds and ribs removed)
  • 1/8 tsp salt, or more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Fritters:

  • 3 cups cooked corn kernels (from about 4-5 cooked ears of corn)
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup (80g) finely chopped bell pepper, any color
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
  • 1/2 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds and ribs removed)
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

For Cooking & Serving:

  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil (or avocado, vegetable, or coconut oil)
  • Flaky sea salt and chopped cilantro, optional for garnish


Instructions

  1. Whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, garlic powder, chopped jalapeño, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the corn, flour, bell pepper, cilantro, green onion, jalapeño, honey, garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Fold in the beaten eggs until just combined.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Drop scoops of the fritter mixture into the skillet, flattening gently with the back of a spoon.
  6. Cook 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
  7. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  8. Serve warm with the chilled jalapeño yogurt dip, garnished with flaky sea salt and cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Drain corn well if using canned or frozen to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
  • Cook in batches to keep the pan from overcrowding for the crispiest fritters.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes