Fried Squash Croquettes

By ladydee009

Looking for a simple side dish to use garden-fresh yellow squash? Try this straightforward version of fried squash.

Ingredients

• 2 cups yellow squash, finely chopped
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• vegetable oil

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine squash, onion, egg, salt and pepper.
Mix well.
Stir in flour.
In a skillet, heat ½-inch oil over medium-high heat.
Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil.
Cook about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown, turning once.
Drain croquettes on paper towels.