Butternut Squash Fritters

6g protein · 146 kcal

Butternut Squash Fritters

Peel a butternut squash, then shred it into a bowl using a grater. Then add the remaining ingredients (except the oil) to the bowl. Mix together to form a batter. Set a large skillet on medium heat. Once hot, add the oil. Form 8 equal-sized patties using the batter. Add to the skillet. Cook on each side for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Place the fritters on a paper towel OR a cooling rack after cooking in the skillet.

1 serving146 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups shredded butternut squash
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup oat flour (or all-purpose flour or almond flour)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dried chives
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • pinch of sea salt & pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 8 oz 2% Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, paste or minced
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons dried chives
  • pinch of sea salt & cracked pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel a butternut squash, then shred it into a bowl using a grater. Then add the remaining ingredients (except the oil) to the bowl. Mix together to form a batter.

  2. 2

    Set a large skillet on medium heat. Once hot, add the oil. Form 8 equal-sized patties using the batter. Add to the skillet. Cook on each side for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  3. 3

    Place the fritters on a paper towel OR a cooling rack after cooking in the skillet.

  4. 4

    Mix together the ingredients for the dipping sauce.

  5. 5

    Then dip the fritters into the yogurt.

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