Corn Fritters with Herb Yogurt Sauce

These corn fritters are so tasty, the plate will be empty before you know it and you’ll be burning your fingers trying to eat them straight out of the pan (resist!). The herbed dipping sauce has the perfect zing of lime and a touch of sweetness from the honey, making for the ideal pairing with the crisp and savory-but-sweet hot corn fritters. 

What you’ll need:

Tools:

• Cutting board and knife
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Large mixing bowl and spoon
• Large skillet
• Rubber flipping spatula

Fritters:

• 3 cups corn kernels, freshly cut from the cob (about 5 ears)
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
• ¼ cup finely chopped green onion
• 1 jalapeño, finely diced, add more or include the seeds for more spice
• 2 tsp honey
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil, for frying

Herb Yogurt Dip:

• ½ cup plain greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 lime, juiced
• ½ jalapeño, finely diced, add more or include the seeds for more spice
• ¼ cup finely chopped herb mix of your choice (sage, dill, thyme, oregano, etc.)
• Salt, to taste