Summer Squash Fritters With Cheese

These summer squash fritters are made with the addition of shredded cheddar cheese. A bit of minced onion and cornmeal add flavor and texture to the simple fritters.

The fritters are great with Sriracha mayonnaise (see below), chipotle mayonnaise, or ranch-style dressing. They make a great snack or side dish.

Ingredients

3 to 4 (2 pounds) medium yellow summer squash

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/3 cup cornmeal

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 large egg, beaten

1 bottle oil, for deep-frying