Begin by grating one medium zucchini, then wrap it in a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Grate two medium carrots and finely chop half a red onion and two cloves of garlic. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of chia seeds with 6 tablespoons of water, stirring well to combine. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens.

Add the grated zucchini, carrots, chopped onion, and crushed garlic to your mixing bowl. Stir in 1 cup of corn kernels and the chia egg. Sprinkle in ½ cup of cornmeal, ½ cup of flour, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix until evenly combined.

Shape the mixture into small balls, then flatten them into patties about ½ inch thick and place on a clean plate.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and pour in enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom. Once hot, add the patties carefully, frying each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with dips like vegan sour cream or fresh avocado.