Chef Rob www . chefrob . ca
These chipotle zucchini grilled corn fritters are crispy but moist with a bit of a spicy kick , thanks to the chipotle . Avocado Crema is a creamy and versatile sauce that comes together in minutes . Pair these two up and you have a delicious appetizer , snack , or side dish that is easy to make , and hard to resist . - Rob Thomas , www . chefrob . ca
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AVOCADO CREMA INGREDIENTS
2 avocados , peeled and pitted
1 / 4 cup |
cilantro , ( optional ) |
1 / 2 cup |
sour cream or Greek yogurt |
1 1 / 2 limes , juiced ( about 3 Tbsp .) 1 clove garlic 2-4 drops hot sauce ( optional ) salt , to taste
CHIPOTLE ZUCCHINI GRILLED CORN FRITTERS INGREDIENTS
3 medium-sized zucchini ( about 1 lb ) 2 ears of corn ( cooked – boiled or
grilled ) or 1.5 cups of kernels 2 -3 green onions
1 / 2 cup all-purpose flour 1 / 2 cup grated pecorino romano or
parmesan cheese 2 large eggs 2 cloves of garlic , run through a
garlic press 2 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
oil for frying
1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo , chopped fine ( or 1 Tbsp . of chipotle paste or 2 tsp powder )
AVOCADO CREMA DIRECTIONS
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Add all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth , scraping sides down as needed .
Serve avocado crema immediately , or refrigerate until ready to serve . ( If crema is too thick , mix in 1 Tbsp . of water until it reaches your desired consistency ). Making crema ahead of time : store it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly to the surface to keep from browning .
CHIPOTLE ZUCCHINI GRILLED CORN FRITTERS DIRECTIONS
On the large holes of a box grater , grate zucchini . You should get around 4 cups .
Use a cheesecloth or clean dish towel , squeeze out as much liquid as possible .
Place the zucchini in a mixing bowl .
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Add the corn , flour , pecorino romano , egg , garlic , cumin , chipotle , and |
salt . Mix throughly . |
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Heat enough oil to coat the bottom of a non stick skillet over medium |
heat . |
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Once hot , place ¼ cup of the mixture ( I used a ¼ cup measuring cup ) to |
the skillet , and press down lightly to form a little round fritter . |
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Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes until brown . |
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Serve with avocado crema . |