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Easy Squash Fritters and Puppies: A Complete Guide

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These easy squash hush puppies combine grated yellow summer squash, cornmeal, and aromatic onions into a crispy, golden bite that’s perfect as a side dish or snack. Deep-fried to perfection, they’re soft on the inside and irresistibly crunchy on the outside—ideal for dipping in ranch, aioli, or marinara.

Ingredients

For the batter

  • 2 cups yellow summer squash, grated and patted dry
  • ½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

For frying

  • Vegetable oil (for shallow or deep frying)

For serving (optional)

  • Dipping sauces such as ranch dressing, aioli, or marinara

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl combine the grated squash and chopped onion. Pour the beaten egg over the vegetables and stir until evenly coated.

In a separate bowl whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the squash mixture, folding gently until a thick batter forms. If the batter seems too loose, add a tablespoon more cornmeal.

Heat about 1½ inches of vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium–high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or a small drop of batter sizzles and floats immediately.

Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the squash puppies until they are golden brown on one side, then flip and cook the other side until equally crisp, about 2–3 minutes per side.

Transfer the cooked puppies to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil. Keep them warm in a low oven while you fry the remaining batter.

Serve the squash puppies hot with your choice of dipping sauces.

Notes

  • Squash moisture matters: Squeeze thoroughly before mixing.

  • Oil temp is key: Keep it at 350°F for best results.

  • Batch fry carefully: Overcrowding drops oil temp and ruins texture.

  • Customize easily: Add herbs, spices, or cheese to match your flavor mood.

 

  • Keep warm in the oven: While finishing batches, store cooked puppies at 200°F.

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