Southern Fried Squash

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Method

1. Slice the squash into thin, even rounds.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
3. In another bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Dip each squash slice into the egg mixture, then coat well with the flour mixture.
5. Heat about ½ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Fry the squash in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
7. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
8. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a Southern-style meal.