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Southern Air Fried Yellow Squash

Southern Style Air Fried Squash is a healthy, crunchy and delicious low calorie alternative to traditional fried squash in oil.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 2 pounds
Calories: 96kcal
Author: Julia Jordan | Julia's Simply Southern

Ingredients

  • 3-4 Yellow Summer Squash Zucchini would work also
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 tbs Buttermilk
  • 1/4 c Cornmeal
  • 1/2 c Bread Crumbs plain (or Panko)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika

Instructions

  • Slice the squash into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick pieces. (Optional: season the squash pieces with a little salt and pepper before breading for extra flavor)
  • Combine the egg with the buttermilk in a bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, bread crumbs and seasonings together.
  • Dredge the squash slices in the egg mixture and then coat in the seasoned bread crumb mixture and arrange on the air fryer cooking racks.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes, or until slightly browned.
  • Serve hot.

Recommended Products

6 QT Power Air Fryer Oven With 7 in 1 Cooking Features with Professional Dehydrator and Rotisserie
Revolutionary EN407 Standard Gulife oven glove withstands heat up to 662F over 15S - EN407 Standard level3 - Gift box packaging(2 gloves included)
The Original POPCO Food Tongs, Set of 3-7,9,12 Inch, Heavy Duty, Stainless Steel BBQ/Kitchen Tongs with Silicone Tips (Multi)

Notes

Adjust cooking times and temperature settings as needed for your own particular air fryer model.

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 168mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g