Description
These Mediterranean Corn Fritters are golden, crispy, and bursting with fresh flavors like feta, mint, and lemon zest. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, they combine the natural sweetness of corn with smoky paprika and creamy Greek yogurt for a delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or ground cumin, or both)
Add-ins
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned drained, or frozen thawed)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped (substitute dried oregano or dill)
- Zest of 1 lemon
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if needed)
Instructions
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and ½ cup Greek yogurt until smooth. Add ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, black pepper to taste, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the Good Stuff: Carefully fold in 2 cups corn kernels, ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, sliced green onion, chopped fresh mint, and the zest of 1 lemon. The mixture will be thick with lots of texture from the corn and cheese.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Using a ¼ cup measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet and gently flatten each fritter slightly with the back of the spoon. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm or at room temperature with herbed Greek yogurt, a tomato salad, or your favorite dipping sauce for a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired snack or side dish.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the fritters light and tender.
- You can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn kernels based on availability.
- Add extra olive oil to the pan as needed to prevent sticking.
- These fritters can be made ahead and reheated in a skillet or oven for crispness.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped chili to the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Mediterranean corn fritters, savory fritters, feta cheese fritters, Greek yogurt fritters, quick appetizer, corn snack
