Yellow Squash Puppies
Crispy, golden, and packed with garden-fresh flavor, Yellow Squash Puppies are a delicious twist on the classic hush puppy recipe. Grated yellow squash is combined with cornmeal, flour, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtly spicy kick. Green onions add a pop of freshness to the batter, which is fried to perfection for a crunchy exterior and tender interior. These bite-sized fritters are easy to make, taking just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes to cook. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or crowd-pleasing side dish, they pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Whether served at a summer barbecue or alongside a comforting Southern meal, these Yellow Squash Puppies are a uniquely savory treat that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (grated) yellow squash
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) green onions
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 4 cups (for frying) vegetable oil
Instructions
Grate the yellow squash using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated squash in a kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Add the grated yellow squash and chopped green onions to the dry ingredients. Mix well to evenly distribute the squash.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a thick batter forms.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a consistent frying temperature.
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry in batches if necessary.
Cook each batch for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the Yellow Squash Puppies are golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked puppies to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm, garnished with extra green onions or alongside your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 855.9 g | 1097% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.0 g | 625% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 540.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3066 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.9 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1139 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
