Description
These Pumpkin Fritters are a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of fall. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fritters make a perfect appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups grated squash (butternut squash)
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1–2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper
- 1/2–1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1/2–1 tablespoon fresh chopped)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Grate and Mix: Grate the squash and pat dry. In a medium bowl, combine the grated squash, chopped onion, egg, parmesan cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix well.
- Form Patties: Form the mixture into patties or drop by spoonfuls onto a plate, then lightly flatten with the back of a spoon (makes about 6 fritters).
- Fry: Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Fry the patties in batches, 3 at a time, until browned on both sides.
- Serve: Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Fritters, Squash Fritters, Fall Recipe, Appetizer, Side Dish
