Description
These Pumpkin Fritters are a delightful, savory snack or side dish made with grated butternut squash, blended with parmesan, onion, and spices, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they make a perfect comfort food treat in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Fritter Mixture
- 2 cups grated squash (butternut squash recommended)
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1-2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper
- ½-1 teaspoon dried parsley or ½-1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
For Frying
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the squash: Grate the raw pumpkin or butternut squash and then pat it dry using a clean towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the fritters hold together better and fry crispier.
- Mix the batter: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the grated and dried squash with the chopped onion, large egg, grated parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper flakes or black pepper, and parsley. Mix everything thoroughly until fully incorporated. The mixture should be moist but able to hold shape.
- Form fritters: Shape the mixture into 6 equal-sized patties or drop spoonfuls onto a plate and gently flatten each one with the back of a spoon to form discs of about 2-3 inches diameter.
- Heat the oil: Warm 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking before adding the fritters.
- Fry the fritters: Carefully place 3 fritters at a time in the frying pan, giving them enough space to avoid sticking. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Drain and serve: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this delicious snack or side dish.
Notes
- Patting the grated squash dry is essential to avoid soggy fritters.
- You can substitute butternut squash with other types of squash if desired.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of hot pepper flakes or black pepper.
- Serve with a yogurt-based dip or sour cream for extra flavor.
- Leftover fritters can be reheated in a skillet to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
