Mirliton Fritters

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Method: Pan-fry

Cuisine: Cajun

Courses: Appetizer, Side Dish

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Calories: 165

Best Season: Fall, Winter

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

A classic Louisiana Cajun fritter made from boiled, mashed mirliton (chayote squash) mixed with egg, baking powder, melted butter, and flour, then fried by the spoonful in hot oil until golden brown. Simple, unique to South Louisiana, and utterly satisfying served hot.

Ingredients

1 Cup Mirliton , boiled, drained, and mashed (chayote squash)
1 Egg
2 tsp. Baking powder
1 Tbsp. Butter, melted
4 Tbsp. Flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

1
Boil mirliton until tender, about 20–25 minutes. Drain very well and mash.
2
Mix mashed mirliton, egg, baking powder, melted butter, flour, salt, and pepper together until combined.
3
Heat about 1 inch of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4
Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into the hot oil.
5
Fry until golden brown on each side, turning once.
6
Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 55mg19%
Sodium 180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 3g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Mirliton is a pale green pear-shaped squash known as chayote outside of Louisiana. It is available at most grocery stores, particularly in Southern and Latin markets.

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