Squash Puppies

Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Squash Puppies
35 min.
12
61kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful side dish that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor, Squash Puppies are the perfect addition to your meal! These golden-brown fritters are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, offering a delicious way to enjoy summer squash while keeping your dish completely dairy-free.

Inspired by classic southern cooking, this recipe combines the freshness of shredded yellow summer squash with the hearty texture of self-rising cornmeal mix, creating tasty little patties that your family and friends will adore. With just a handful of ingredients, including a simple beaten egg and aromatic shredded onion, these fritters come together in a breeze. Plus, they are light on the calories—each serving is just 61 kcal, making them a guilt-free pleasure!

The process is straightforward: mix everything together, fry them up in peanut oil, and you have a warm and delicious addition to any meal. Whether served alongside grilled meats, as a starter for a gathering, or simply enjoyed on their own, Squash Puppies are bound to impress with their irresistible crunch and delightful taste. So get ready to savor the fresh flavor of summer squash in an exciting new way!

Ingredients

  • cup self-rising cornmeal mix 
  •  eggs beaten
  • 12 servings salt and ground pepper black to taste
  • small onion shredded
  • large summer squash shredded yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix the egg, cornmeal mix, squash, onion, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined (mixture may seem a little dry).
  2. Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and drop the squash mixture by large spoonfuls into the hot oil to form patties. Cook until brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories61kcal
Protein12.99%
Fat11.52%
Carbs75.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.58
Glycemic Load
0.33
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1743478308553%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.43kcal
3.07%
Fat:0.81g
1.25%
Saturated Fat:0.19g
1.17%
Carbohydrates:11.94g
3.98%
Net Carbohydrates:10.63g
3.86%
Sugar:0.85g
0.95%
Cholesterol:13.64mg
4.55%
Sodium:192.86mg
8.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.05g
4.11%
Folate:48.05µg
12.01%
Phosphorus:111.56mg
11.16%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.88%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.08%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.95%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.34%
Vitamin C:5.01mg
6.07%
Fiber:1.31g
5.25%
Calcium:50.23mg
5.02%
Iron:0.88mg
4.9%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.39%
Magnesium:13.42mg
3.36%
Potassium:114.75mg
3.28%
Vitamin A:114.96IU
2.3%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.22%
Copper:0.04mg
1.98%
Selenium:1.21µg
1.73%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.61%
Source:Allrecipes