Delicata Squash and Corn Fritters Recipe (2024)

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Lilly

I think you are overthinking it- 'squash' refers to the delicata squash, not the zucchini which they already tell you what to do with it. The directions imply you should shred the zucchini and squeeze the excess water out, then shred the delicata squash in the same manner and add to the bowl.

greg

added 15 oz can rinsed, drained, coarsely fork-mashed garbanzo beans, 2tsp ground cardamom, 1tsp cayenne pepper. oven ‘fried’ fritters at 425 on parchment lined baking sheet, brushing liberally w/the sage oil, flipping once and baking 15’ each side. garnished w/the fried sage leaves…yummy!

Donna

Butternut squash would have a similar flavor, but you would need to peel it, as the skin is much harder than delicata squash. The skin on delicata is very tender when cooked, which makes it a good choice to just shred unpeeled in this recipe.

CJ

Peeled enough acorn squash to get a pound as I had no delicata available. Used a quarter-cup measure when spooning fritter batter into the pan. Alternated between using the bottom of the measuring cup, a wooden spoon and wet fingers to flatten and thin out the fritters -- the thinner they were, the more evenly they browned. Delicious.

Victoria

These were fantastic. Wonderful recipe. Also- crispy sage leaves - wow!

Kimberly L

I use chickpea flour as a GF substitute in most fritter recipes. the flavor profile of the chickpeas usually aligns with the rest of the ingredients and it provides structure that is needed in the shaping and frying. in the EU chickpea flower is called graham flour.

Betsy

I use GF pancake mix as a substitute for flour in my stand-by recipe for zucchini fritters. No other adjustments needed. Seems to me that cornmeal, unless ground very, very fine, could result in an unpleasant texture.

Karen

Sounds a little like making latkes...?

jsk

Delicious! We used the same quantity of non dairy milk as the flour (3/4 c) and sprinkled generously with flax meal to make this vegan,

Sz

Just made these and stuffed myself silly. They are so delicious. used roughly the squash ratios described, but I also use one part Cushaw squash plus the delicata. Larger and easier to work with, tho Delicatais a bit sweeter. cheese cloth to squeeze out thoroughly the zucchini. half AP flour, half garbanzo flour. I adore crispy sage, so that worked out well, plus a few sprigs of fresh rosemary and lavender. Used a mix of regular neutral cooking oil and lard/duck fat. Tastes creamy and rich.

Sara

Just made these for dinner. I had everything other than the scallions. Came out really well, everyone including my 4 yo and 9 month old both loved them. I do think they need a dip so I made a very simple one with whole fat Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. My son liked the sage leaves so much he ate pretty much all of them.

Linj

I served this with Kay Chun’s trad meatloaf, but really the fritters were ALL GONE in one sitting, so I had to make something else for the rest of the meatloaf!

dobrou chut

A new favorite fritter! I made a radish raita to go with these and would definitely do so again

Gene

Excellent! Light and sweet. Used home-grown delicata, zuke, scallions, and sage. Garden sweet corn is done, so I used thawed frozen, which was great. And GF flour to please my spouse.

Charlotte

A great way to use up late summer veggies. I substituted 1/3 of an onion (grated with the zucchini) for the scallions and gave the shredded veggies a good squeeze in cheesecloth to remove liquid. The fritters held together well and were sweet and tasty. The sage oil (I used olive oil as the base) didn’t add much complexity and was a tasty addition, along with the crispy leaves. Would make this again!

SK19118

This was wonderful! Will be on repeat. I really struggled to grate the delicata - will obtain a food processor before the next time!

great even with just zucchini

I picked some overgrown zucchini and needed to use them so I made this recipe using just zucchini. Came out really great. Tasty and great texture.

Brenda

Made these for easter and everyone loved them. I added a liberal amount (maybe 1.5 Tbsp) of Penzey's Fox Point seasoning to the batter and served them with a homemade remoulade sauce. This will be added to my regular holiday recipe rotation!

chuzhenzhen

Made the batter the day before and let it sit in the fridge overnight. The next day, let the batter come to room temperature, formed the patties and fried them in the sage oil. Right before serving warmed them again in 350F.

Amy

Made with sweet dumpling squash (you can eat the skins) instead of the delicata because that's what I already had. Added 2 eggs and used a gluten free flour mix instead of wheat flour. Everyone loved them. Didn't get the excitement of exploding fresh corn because I used canned corn, but it still tasted great. Served with a dollop of sour cream.

Jennifer

can these be made a day ahead and reheated?

Jo Roe

Does the corn in these pop and spray wicked hot oil over the cook? I've made corn fritters in the past and I had to literally put safety glasses on due to the corn exploding and being downright dangerous. They were tasty, but be careful!

Lynn

I probably under seasoned it a bit but they were tasty. Salting the sage “chips” helps add a little zing.

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Delicata Squash and Corn Fritters Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why are my corn fritters falling apart? ›

If your oil temperature drops, the fritters will soak up excess oil while cooking, leaving them soggy. Why are my corn fritters falling apart? If using frozen or canned corn, make sure to drain well to eliminate excess moisture. Always spoon and level dry ingredients to make sure your measurements are consistent.

Why are my fritters not crispy? ›

The most common causes for soggy fritters are too much batter (basic flour and egg batter like used in pancakes will never cook up crispy), and whatever you're frittering leeches too much water when cooking.

How do you make fritters less soggy? ›

The eggs you use need to be small and cold. Larger eggs have more water from the egg white, resulting in wetter batter and soggy fritters. Add flour to your wet batter! Most veggies have a high water content (which we know equals soggy fritters).

Does baking soda make fritters crispy? ›

Is baking soda or powder best for frying? A pinch of baking soda can help produce crispy fried foods. It reacts with the acid in the batter to create carbon dioxide bubbles. These lead to an airy batter and a crisper, fluffier result.

How can I thicken my fritter batter? ›

Adding flour to a wetter batter will give you the thick consistency you want. Add crumbled stock cubes for a flavourful kick! Add as little or as much as you like (or none at all), depending on the flavour you want.

What makes batter more crispy? ›

Rice flour and cornstarch work particularly well because they fry up crispier than wheat flour. They also absorb less moisture and fat during the frying process, making the products less greasy. This is why rice flour is often used when making tempura because it produces a very thin and crispy, dry crust.

How do you know when fritters are cooked? ›

Fry the fritters: Let the fritters cook undisturbed until browned on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the patties with the spatula and cook until browned on the second side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Drain the fritters: Remove the fritters to a paper towel-lined large plate.

What is the purpose of the egg in fritters? ›

Alternatively, don't use them at all. The eggs are there with the flour to bind the fritters together, and to make the fritters rise a little, but they're not absolutely necessary where cheese will melt and act as binding.

How wet should fritter batter be? ›

Batter consistency is key to good fritters. If too runny, add a touch of extra flour (otherwise fritters soggy inside). If way too thick, add a touch of water. It does come down to how juicy / how well the water was removed from the zucchinis.

What can I use to bind fritters instead of egg? ›

Some common egg substitutes include:
  1. Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter. ...
  2. Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent. ...
  3. Fruit puree. ...
  4. Avocado. ...
  5. Gelatin. ...
  6. Xanthan gum. ...
  7. Vegetable oil and baking powder. ...
  8. Margarine.
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What powder makes food crispy? ›

But the baking powder is key, because it acts like a salt. It helps draw moisture to the surface, where it can evaporate. Since they have similar reactions, we typically combine baking powder and table salt to amplify this effect, resulting in extra-crispiness.

Why do you put baking powder in fritters? ›

They just need a simple, light batter of flour, cornstarch, and baking powder mixed with seltzer to tie them together. The seltzer and baking powder ensure that the fritters are shatteringly crisp–even slightly tired vegetables emerge from the oil crunchy, fresh, and sweet.

What is a substitute for baking powder in fritters? ›

Here are ten great substitutes for baking powder.
  1. Buttermilk. Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product with a sour, slightly tangy taste that is often compared to plain yogurt. ...
  2. Plain Yogurt. ...
  3. Molasses. ...
  4. Cream of tartar. ...
  5. Sour milk. ...
  6. Vinegar. ...
  7. Lemon juice. ...
  8. Club soda.

What consistency should fritter batter be? ›

As batters go, fritter batter is far to the simplistic side of the spectrum: merely 1 part flour, 1/2 part milk, and 1/2 part egg, mixing up to a relatively thick consistency.

What if fritters are too runny? ›

Batter consistency is key to good fritters. If too runny, add a touch of extra flour (otherwise fritters soggy inside). If way too thick, add a touch of water.

How do you get fritters to stick? ›

Get the skillet searing hot.

As you're combining all the ingredients for your fritters, go ahead and get the skillet warming up over medium-high heat with a bit of oil. A hot skillet will start cooking the fritters as soon as they hit the pan. That helps sear a crust on each fritter that will hold them together.

Should fritter batter be thick? ›

You want a thick batter for these fritters. If you find it's a little too thin simply add in some more flour. If the batters too thick (can still see flour etc), add a dash of milk. The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape on a tablespoon without pouring off everywhere.

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