Sweet Fried Summer Squash

Ingredients

• yellow squash
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• pinch salt
• cup sshortening

Instructions

1. Cut squash into ¼ inch rounds; set aside to release moisture, about 5 minutes.
2. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a shallow bowl. Dredge squash slices in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Set aside.
3. Melt shortening in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add squash in a single layer to the skillet; cook until golden brown, flipping once, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Tips

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of coating ingredients. The actual amount of coating consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of shortening for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of shortening used.