Summer Squash Puffs
Description
Summer squash is combined with corn muffin mix and fried into tasty little fritters for this summer squash puff recipe. They're perfect all season.
Ingredients
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1 quart oil for frying
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4 summer squash, cut into chunks
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1 medium onion, grated
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2/3 cup all-purpose flour
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2/3 cup dry corn muffin mix
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2 eggs, beaten
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
Heat oil in a deep, heavy skillet or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
2
Place squash in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, then mash.
3
Combine 2 cups mashed squash, onion, and eggs in a bowl. Combine flour, muffin mix, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl; stir in squash mixture until thoroughly combined.
4
Drop fritter mixture by rounded tablespoons into the hot oil; fry until evenly brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.