Crunchy Fried Squash

These fried squash have a delicious, moist inside, super crunchy outside, and a cool creamy topping. A surprisingly delightful mix of textures and flavors you will love.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
3
Yield:
3 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs, or more as needed

  • 1 large yellow squash, cut into 1-inch slices

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 4 ounces garden vegetable cream cheese, softened

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large frying pan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Beat egg, milk, and salt in a shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in another shallow bowl.

  3. Coat both sides of squash slices in flour. Dip each slice in the egg mixture, then coat both sides with bread crumbs.

  4. Place 4 to 5 slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and fork-tender, about 3 minutes on each side, using tongs and a fork to help turn them over in the pan. Do not overcrowd; overcrowding will reduce crispiness. Set fried slices on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Continue frying remaining slices. Let cool, about 5 minutes.

  5. "Frost" slices with some of the vegetable cream cheese as desired. Serve while still warm, or at room temperature.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

436 Calories
21g Fat
48g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 436
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 9g 47%
Cholesterol 92mg 31%
Sodium 569mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 11g 22%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 126mg 10%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 275mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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