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Golden and crispy yellow squash patties that are tender and flavorful inside, made from simple ingredients and pan-fried to perfection. A versatile dish perfect as an appetizer, side, main meal, or breakfast treat.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About 10-12 patties 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups yellow squash, finely chopped
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks green onion, chopped
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Pour about 2 tablespoons cooking oil into a medium frying pan and heat over medium heat.
  2. Finely chop yellow squash, onion, and green onions.
  3. If squash seems watery, pat the chopped squash dry with a towel to remove excess moisture.
  4. If using shredded squash, squeeze out moisture using a towel or cheesecloth.
  5. In a large bowl combine the chopped squash and onions with the beaten eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper; mix until evenly combined.
  6. Using a spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each patty into the hot pan, spacing patties so they don’t touch.
  7. Cook patties 2–3 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Cook in batches as needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  9. Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil.

Notes

For extra flavor, mix in 1 teaspoon of ranch seasoning to the batter (optional)., Cook patties in batches of 3–4 to prevent sticking and overcrowding., Pat squash dry if watery to avoid soggy patties., Chop squash by hand rather than shredding to maintain firm yet tender texture., Cheesy twist: add ⅓ to ½ cup grated cheddar or parmesan cheese for richness., Add herbs/spices like fresh parsley, dill, chives, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper to taste., Mix in veggies like ⅓ cup drained corn, diced bell peppers, or cooked bacon bits for texture and flavor., Add 2–3 tablespoons panko or breadcrumbs for extra crispness or coat patties lightly before frying., Alternate cooking methods: deep-fry for crispy texture or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes flipping once for a lighter option., Gluten-free flour can be used 1:1., Egg-free option: replace each egg with 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water and add extra flour or cornstarch if batter is loose., Patties can be made small for snacks or larger for sandwiches.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 patty
  • Calories: Approximately 90-110 calories per patty (estimate)
  • Fat: 5 grams per serving (estimate)
  • Carbohydrates: 8 grams per serving (estimate)
  • Protein: 5 grams per serving (estimate)