Sides

Acorn Squash Fritters

Crispy seasoned squash patties, pan fried until golden brown.
Recipe by Quick and Easy Squash Recipes
Plate of acorn squash fritters garnished with parsley.
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Cost per servingPer serving$0.37
Makes6 servings
Total timeTotal30 minutes
Prep 20 minutes Cook 10 minutes
Prep 20 minutes Cook 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Microwave

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings. Check items off as you go.
  • 1 small acorn squash (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil enough for a shallow layer in a frying pan
  • Your favorite dip or dressing

Directions

  1. Wash the exterior of the butternut squash. Cut squash in half and use a spoon to scrape out seeds.
  2. Rinse seeds with water, pat dry, and save for roasting (see notes).
  3. Place squash halves cut-side down on a microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or fork tender.
  4. Scrape the squash flesh into a medium bowl. Throw away the skin.
  5. Add egg, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and garlic. Stir until squash is smooth.
  6. Heat oil in frying pan over medium high heat.
  7. When oil is hot, drop a tablespoon of the mixture into the oil and flatten into a patty. Repeat until mixture is gone. (Don't overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches.)
  8. Cook patties about 3 minutes per side, until warmed through and crispy on the outside.
  9. Remove patties from heat and drain paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dip or dressing.

Nutrition per serving

1 serving is 2 fritters
  • Sodium125mg
  • Calories180
  • Carbohydrates18g
  • Fiber2g
  • Fat11g
  • Protein4g
Serving: 2 frittersCalories: 180calCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 125mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0g
Cost per serving is an estimate based on average Michigan grocery prices and may vary.
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