Description
Squash Croquettes are a delicious Southern-inspired dish made with grated yellow squash, onion, eggs, and breadcrumbs, formed into patties and pan-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated yellow squash (about 2 medium squash)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal or breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Place grated squash in a clean towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- In a large bowl, combine squash, onion, egg, flour, cornmeal or breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form mixture into small patties (about 2 tablespoons each) and carefully place in hot oil.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm.
Notes
- Be sure to remove as much liquid as possible from the squash to prevent soggy croquettes.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch or a spicy aioli for extra flavor.
- These croquettes are great as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg