Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Butternut Squash Fritters are easy to make and bursting with flavor. Perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups, grated)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (optional; adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the squash: Peel, halve, seed, and grate the butternut squash to yield about 2 cups.
- Mix the ingredients: Combine grated squash, flour, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well incorporated.
- Heat the skillet: Heat a medium skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon of oil.
- Form and fry the fritters: Shape 2-tablespoon amounts of the mixture into patties and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain and cool: Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil before serving.
Notes
These fritters can be baked at 375°F (190°C) for a lighter option. You can also make them in advance and freeze for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: butternut squash, fritters, vegetarian appetizer, fall recipe, easy cooking