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Crispy Yellow Squash Fritters

Crispy Yellow Squash Fritters That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Crispy Yellow Squash Fritters are a quick and versatile vegetarian option perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 cups Yellow Squash Grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornmeal Optional for added crunch
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs or aquafaba for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dill Fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Spicy Salsa
  • to taste Fresh Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • Mixing bowl
  • clean kitchen towel
  • Large Skillet
  • Spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grate the fresh yellow squash using a box grater. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated squash using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the drained squash with eggs, flour, cornmeal, herbs, salt, and pepper until combined.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into hot oil and fry for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze out extra water from grated squash before frying and allow the batter to rest for enhanced flavor.

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