Fried Yellow Summer Squash Recipes

SWEET FRIED SUMMER SQUASH

Steps:

• Allow squash to rest for 5 minutes after cutting to release its moisture. Stir the flour, sugar, and salt together in a shallow bowl. Dredge the squash slices in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, and set aside until needed.
• Melt the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the squash in a single layer in the skillet. Cook, turning once, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

FRIED YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH

Steps:

• 1. Choose young paler yellow squash that has dropped the bloom. Older, darker yellow squash will be tougher & more seedier.
• 2. Slice yellow squash, with skin on, about 3/16" thick.
• 3. Mix the egg & milk & then drop in the sliced squash.
• 4. With flour in another bowl or using your batter pro, dredge in flour, making sure you pat it on to make it adhere to squash good.If using batter pro, no need to pat it on.
• 5. Squash is now ready to fry.
• 6. Heat about 2" canola oil in cast iron skillet or dutch oven.
• 7. Drop squash, one at a time into hot oil, turning only once when the first side is browned.
• 8. Let the second half brown & get crispy.
• 9. Remove from skillet & place on paper towels to drain. As soon as you take it out, while still hot, salt & pepper it. Cover with another paper towel while you finish the rest of it.
• 10. Goes good with anything.
• 11. Another way we do this is to bread it as mentioned & then lay it in layers in a pan like fried potatoes & let it crust on bottom before you start turning it over in the pan. It kind of steams it too. It's like cooking fried potatoes.

EASY DEEP FRIED SUMMER SQUASH

Steps:

• 1. Wash the squash and slice off the ends and discard. Slice squash into thin slices, about 1/8" thick. Set aside.
• 2. In a small bowl, combine egg and milk, mixing thoroughly with fork. In another shallow bowl or plate, combine flour and corn meal.
• 3. Dip squash in milk mixture and then roll in flour mixture, coating both sides.
• 4. Drop into hot oil (375 degrees) into a deep fryer. Fry for approximately 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Place on a wire rack to let the grease drain. Do not drain on paper towels or the squash will become soggy.
• 5. After a few minutes, transfer to a serving dish and salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!
• 6. Note: You may increase or decrease flour and meal as necessary.

COUNTRY FRIED YELLOW SQUASH

Steps:

• Wash tender yellow squash; remove stem and blossom ends.
• Cut into 1/2-inch rounds.
• Place squash, butter, onions and salt into heavy skillet.
• Add water.
• Cover and cook on medium low heat until water is absorbed and squash is tender.
• Lightly mash with a fork.
• Add sugar and cream.
• Let it cook slowly until mixture is fairly dry and flavors develop, being careful not to let it scorch.

FRIED SQUASH

Steps:

• Add the milk, eggs, and hot sauce to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Add the squash slices, and set aside until ready to use.
• In a breading tray or shallow container, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper. Set aside until ready to use.
• Add the oil to a skillet over medium-high heat and allow to come to temperature, between 350°-375°.
• Shake off any dripping milk from the squash, and dredge completely in the dry batter. Carefully add to the oil, taking care not to overcrowd the pan and frying in batches as needed.
• Have ready a plate lined with paper towels or a cooling rack atop a rimmed baking sheet lined with paper towels.
• Cook the squash for 2 1/2 -3 minutes each, or just until the crust is perfectly golden brown. Remove from the oil and allow to cool slightly. For best results, serve right away.

DEEP FRIED SUMMER SQUASH

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Heat about 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy saucepan to 360 F. Or use an electric deep fryer.
• Combine eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl and whisk to blend.
• Put the flour in a wide, shallow bowl or plate.
• Dip squash in the egg batter and then dredge the slices in flour until well coated.
• Fry in batches in deep hot fat, about 360 F, until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Season the fried squash slices with salt and pepper or a Creole or seasoned salt blend.

DEEP-FRIED SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large Dutch oven, pour the oil to a depth of 2 inches; heat to 365 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth. Add the squash, tossing gently to coat; let stand for 30 minutes. Drain the squash, discarding the buttermilk mixture.
• In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour, Cajun or Creole seasoning, baking powder, salt, and pepper, to taste. Dredge the squash in the mixture to coat.
• Fry the squash, in batches, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

FRIED YELLOW SQUASH

Steps:

• Place cornbread mix in a gallon-size resealable bag; season with salt and black pepper. Add squash, seal bag, and shake to coat evenly. Remove squash from bag and shake off any excess cornmeal.
• Heat about 1/4 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry squash in the hot oil, working in batches, until center is cooked and edges are crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.