Sweet Pan-Fried Squash Patties

A great way to use up your garden squash and the kids will love these sweet "treats." We have them for breakfast sometimes and other times have them as a side. Really good with BBQ pork chops or fried chicken.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 158 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated onion
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 cup grated summer squash

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix grated squash, flour, egg, milk, onion, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Working in batches, add tablespoonfuls of the squash mixture to the hot oil. Cook until the edges start to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip patties and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat to cook remaining patties.

Step 3

Serve hot and sprinkle with more salt, if desired.