Yellow squash or pattypan squash is cute vegetable. . It is peppy and sunny with a dash of green. Reminding you of a happy glow and warm summer vibes. Round & small like a flying saucer or toy top it made me curious the first time I saw it in the market. You can sauté it ,eat it raw or even air fry it. Learn to make this easy air fryer pattypan squash for an easy sides.
Some people also call it as custard marrow. This vegetable is also called as summer squash. In some areas it is also called as yellow squash scallops. It is quite easy to cook too just like its green cousin zucchini.
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What are Patty Pans good for?
You can steam them, sauté, add them the potjies and stews and even grill them.
How to choose a good patty pan squash?
Look for a firm blemish-free skin either medium size or large.
Benefits of pattypan squash
- It is rich in vitamin A ,B6 and C.
- Rich source of folates, fiber and magnesium.
- Helps bone strength.
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Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- ½ kg yellow squash
- 1 tbsp. parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt as per taste
How to make air fryer yellow squash?
- Preheat the air fryer at 190 deg C | 375 F for 10 mins. Meanwhile, chop the yellow squash into wedges.
- Toss wedges along with parsley, salt and oil in a mixing bowl.
- Layer the vegetable in the air fryer crisping tray or basket without overlapping.
- Air fry for 10-12 mins at 190 C | 375 deg F.
- Serve immediately warm as a side.
Variations
Air fryer yellow squash, tomatoes and mushrooms are a great combination too. You can also top it with some garlic oil if you like. You can even cook them with collard greens and zucchini
Substitutions
If you are vegetarian, you may use butter for cooking yellow squash in air fryer, instead of olive oil.
Storage
Store it in refrigerator for 1-2 days. Reheat for couple of minutes before you serve. It is always best to eat fresh.
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Equipment
- Airfryer
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- ½ kg yellow squash chopped
- 1-2 tbsp. oil
- 1 tbsp. fresh parsley chopped
- Salt as per taste
Instructions
- Preheat the airfryer to 190 deg C | 375 F for 10 mins.
- Meanwhile chop the yellow squash in small wedges.
- Toss wedges along with parsley, salt and oil in a mixing bowl.
- Layer the vegetable in the air fryer crisping tray or basket without overlapping.
- Air fry for 10-12 mins at 190 C | 375 deg F.
- Serve hot immediately.
FAQ
It is also called as crookneck squash or scallopini squash.
No, it has a very thin skin which is edible. Hence no need to peel.
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