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Classic Southern crispy croquettes made with shredded yellow squash, coated in panko breadcrumbs and fried to golden perfection. Tender inside with a crunchy exterior, perfect as a comforting side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups shredded yellow squash
  • 1 medium sweet onion, finely diced
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Dash of cayenne
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Shred 4-5 medium yellow squash using a box grater or food processor. Blot the shredded squash with paper towels or squeeze with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded squash, finely diced sweet onion, and beaten eggs.
  3. Add self-rising flour, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped chives or parsley, seasoned salt, garlic powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and cayenne. Stir well to combine.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Use a tablespoon or medium ice cream scoop to portion the mixture and form into approximately 1 1/2-inch-thick patties.
  6. Press panko breadcrumbs onto the bottom of each patty. Place patties breadcrumb-side down into the hot skillet. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top before flipping.
  7. Fry croquettes in batches over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  8. Add more oil and butter to the pan as needed between batches.
  9. Transfer cooked croquettes to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil or keep warm on a rimmed baking sheet in a 200°F oven.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

Alternate breading option: Pour panko breadcrumbs into a shallow dish. Drop mounds of the squash mixture onto the dish and turn to coat. Transfer croquettes to skillet and fry as directed.

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