Crispy Delicata Squash Rings
Make crispy delicata squash rings that deliver real crunch using only pantry staples, solving the challenge of flavorless or soft squash side dishes.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 172kcal
Ingredients
- 2 delicata squash cut into rings and seeds removed
- 2 eggs beaten
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cup fish fry breading , note below
- 2 teaspoons all purpose seasoning
- 1-2 tablespoons neutral oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Prepare two separate bowls for breading. In the first bowl add the eggs and beat well. In the second bowl combine the parmesan, breading and seasoning.
- Prepare the squash by washing and slicing the squash in rings approximately ¾ inch thick. (think onion things) Discard the ends and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds.
- To bread the squash dip the squash ring into the egg, making sure it is completely coated. Then add to the breading mix, turning and making sure it is completely coated.
- Lay the breaded squash ring on a greased baking sheet. Repeat until all the squash is breaded.
- Lastly, spray, or brush the squash with oil.
- Cook the squash for 10 minutes, flip and 5-8 more minutes until the squash is tender and the breading is super crisp.
Video
Notes
Dip pictured: Pesto Aioli (equal parts pesto and mayonnaise)
Fish Fry Breading: this is my favorite.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6th of recipe | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4.8g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 621mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g