Crispy Parsnip and Sweet Corn Fritters

Ingredients

Vegetable oil

for frying

Black pepper

to taste

Salt

to taste

Green onions

1/4 cup, chopped

Milk

1/4 cup

Egg

1, beaten

Baking powder

1 teaspoon

All-purpose flour

1/2 cup

Sweet corn kernels

1 cup, fresh or frozen

Parsnips

2 medium, grated (about 1 1/2 cups)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated parsnips, sweet corn kernels, all-purpose flour, baking powder, beaten egg, milk, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a thick batter.
2. Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil; if it sizzles, it’s ready.
3. Using a 1/4 cup measuring scoop, drop the fritter mixture into the hot oil, spacing them out to avoid overcrowding. Gently flatten each fritter with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
4. Cook the fritters for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
5. Once cooked, remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
6. Serve the fritters warm, either on their own or with a dipping sauce of your choice. For a tangy yogurt dip, combine 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and salt to taste. For a spicy aioli, mix 1/2 cup of mayonnaise with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and a dash of hot sauce.