Zucchini and Corn fritters

I love recipes that work as a main course, side dish, afternoon snack, or even hors d'oeuvres because it just opens the door of possibilities, limited only by your own creativity. 

Zucchini, corn and shredded carrots form the base of these gluten-free, pan-fried, fritters. They are flavorful and filling, but I can envision them being enjoyed as an appetizer  on a summer's night with some cool crisp wine. Or served mini on a platter passed on a serving tray at a high-end cocktail party. I could top these with some shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in a little hot sauce or sriracha, or served next to a few seared scallops. And finally, they are also delicious as a standalone. These types of dishes are what inspire home cooks to unleash their creative juices. 

​Time: 30 minutes
Servings: Eight fritters
​Level: Easy

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 1 medium zucchini, grated and water squeezed out (will yield about 2 cups zucchini)
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil, crushed
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 eggs, beaten
• ¼ cup cassava flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

 
Chive Sour Cream Sauce

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chives, minced
• 3 tablespoons sour cream
  
• salt and pepper to taste (about a pinch of salt and half a pinch of black pepper)

PREPARATION

1. Place corn, carrots, zucchini, and scallion in a large bowl. 
2. Add salt, basil, black pepper, and baking soda and mix well. 
3. Mix in two eggs. 
4. Add cassava flour until well incorporated. 
5. Heat a non-stick skillet to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
6. Using a ¼ cup measuring cup measure out the batter and place in the pan and flatten using the bottom of the measuring cup. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. 
7. Wipe pan and repeat. 
8. To make Chive Sour Cream Sauce, place garlic in a bowl and cover with lemon juice to take the bite out. Then add chives, sour cream, salt and pepper and mix well. 
9. Serve fritter with a dollop of the sour cream sauce.