Fresh Corn-and-Bacon Fritters

Name: Fresh Corn-and-Bacon Fritters
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 (5.3-ounce) container whole-milk Greek yogurt; 3 tbsp. chopped fresh chives; 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon juice; 1 tbsp. cumin seeds, toasted; 1 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. kosher salt; 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 large eggs; 2/3 c. whole milk; 2 1/2 c. corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed; 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro; 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped; Canola oil, for frying

These quick-cooking cakes make a great side or snack!

By Charlyne MattoxPublished: Jul 14, 2023

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Think of these fast cakes as like the ultimate throw-em-together treat. They're a flavorful side dish on a weeknight meal, but they also make a good after school snack. You can warm up a few as a light lunch, or serve 'em with a few other apps on game day, or for a party with friends.

There's nothing like cast iron for getting a good sear on fritters like this. And while we love the versatility of our skillet, we're also big fans of this Field stovetop griddle, pictured above, which rests easily between two burners offers a nice smooth surface for cooking on. The groove around the edge easily holds unwanted bits and oil, for easy removal.

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Ingredients

1 (5.3-ounce) container whole-milk Greek yogurt
3 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon juice
1 Tbsp. cumin seeds, toasted
1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 large eggs
2/3 cup whole milk
2 1/2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
Canola oil, for frying

Directions

1. Step 1Stir together yogurt, chives, lemon zest and juice, and cumin in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a separate bowl. Whisk together eggs and milk in a measuring cup. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and whisk to combine. Add corn, cilantro, and bacon and stir to combine.
3. Step 3Heat a cast-iron griddle over medium-high heat. Lightly grease griddle. Drop batter, by 1/4 cupfuls, onto griddle. Cook, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with sauce alongside.