Fried Yellow Squash

Name: Fried Yellow Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 4 large yellow squash; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 large eggs; ¼ cup whole milk; 2 cups plain breadcrumbs; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; vegetable oil or canola oil

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
454 kcal
Cuisine
Vegetarian

Fried Yellow Squash

Iris Warren

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This Fried Yellow Squash recipe is the perfect way to enjoy the abundance of summer squash. It's delightfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and so very easy to make. Grab your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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Ingredients

Servings

4 large yellow squash about 2 pounds total, cut into ¼” rounds
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
¼ cup whole milk
2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
vegetable oil or canola oil for frying

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Instructions

Add at least 2” of oil to a large Dutch oven or heavy pot set over medium heat. Place a thermometer into the oil and bring the temperature to 350° F. This will take a while, so get this started right away.
Pat the yellow squash dry with a paper towel.
Add flour to a small bowl and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Set aside.
In a separate medium bowl, stir together the plain breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, kosher salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Set aside.
Once the oil is hot, dip a piece of squash into the flour, making sure to coat it on all sides and then shake off the excess. Transfer the flour-coated squash to the egg mixture and make sure the squash is coated with egg on all sides. Next transfer the squash to the breadcrumbs and make sure it is evenly coated on all sides. Then very carefully lower the breaded squash into the hot oil (use tongs or a spider strainer if you need to). Repeat this process, taking care to not overcrowd the pan.
Cook the squash for 30-45 seconds per side, or until golden brown. Remove the squash from the oil and place them on a paper towel or wire rack to cool. Immediately sprinkle the squash with a small pinch of kosher salt.
Repeat with the remaining squash, cooking in batches to not overcrowd the pan.
Enjoy immediately with ranch or marinara sauce.

Notes

Fried squash is best enjoyed on the day it's made, while it's still hot.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 454kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 101mg (34%) Sodium 798mg (33%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 454 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1
Calories	454kcal	23%
Carbohydrates	67g	22%
Protein	17g	34%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	3g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat	8g	47%
Cholesterol	101mg	34%
Sodium	798mg	33%
Fiber	6g	24%
Sugar	10g	20%