Ingredients
- 2 cups zucchini, grated and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (you can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free flour)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, but adds great flavor)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional for a bit of spice)
- Olive oil spray for air fryer basket
Instructions
1. Prepare the zucchini: Grate the zucchini and place it in a strainer. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a cheesecloth or your hands. This step is crucial to prevent sogginess.
2. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, corn, flour, Parmesan cheese, eggs, green onions, garlic, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the fritters: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape it into a small patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
4. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for 3-5 minutes.
5. Cook the fritters: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Place the fritters in a single layer, leaving space between each one. Spray the tops of the fritters with a bit more olive oil.
6. Air fry the fritters: Cook for 8-10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve: Enjoy your air fryer zucchini corn fritters hot, with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Draining the zucchini well is key to getting crispy fritters. Don’t skip this step! This is one of the best cooking tips for perfect fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 fritters
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Zucchini Corn Fritters