Deep Fried Squash Patties Recipes

SHERBY'S SOUTHERN FRIED SQUASH PATTIES

Steps:

• Combine the grated squash and onion and mix well.
• Add sugar, salt, pepper, blending completely.
• Allow this mixture to sit for 30 minutes, then drain it well.
• Add the flour and egg and stir well.
• Melt the butter in a frying pan.
• Drop the squash mixture by spoonfuls into the butter and fry until golden brown.

DEEP-FRIED SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large Dutch oven, pour the oil to a depth of 2 inches; heat to 365 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth. Add the squash, tossing gently to coat; let stand for 30 minutes. Drain the squash, discarding the buttermilk mixture.
• In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour, Cajun or Creole seasoning, baking powder, salt, and pepper, to taste. Dredge the squash in the mixture to coat.
• Fry the squash, in batches, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

SWEET PAN-FRIED SQUASH PATTIES

Steps:

• Mix grated squash, flour, egg, milk, onion, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
• Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Working in batches, add tablespoonfuls of the squash mixture to the hot oil. Cook until the edges start to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip patties and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat to cook remaining patties.
• Serve hot and sprinkle with more salt, if desired.