GF Squash Pancakes

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Gluten-free Squash Pancakes

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I recently stumbled upon a great recipe for Spaghetti Squash Pancakes from Mollie Katzen‘s book, The Vegetable Dishes I Can’t Live Without. It’s a winner. Although the original recipe calls for spaghetti squash (quite delicious) and gives the option of using all-purpose flour or rice flour, the recipe can accommodate any kind of squash and a variety of gluten-free flours. The topping possibilities are also endless, giving you the option to play with flavor combinations. Happy eating!

Recipe for Gluten-free Squash Pancakes (adapted from Mollie Katzen‘s The Vegetable Dishes I Can’t Live Without):

  • 2 cups cooked squash or pumpkin
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 1/4 cup brown rice flour, white rice flour, chickpea flour, buckwheat flour, almond flour, quinoa flour, sorghum flour, or other gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • Oil for the pan
  • Butter for the pan (optional)

1) If you’re using cooked spaghetti squash, place it in a bowl and separate the strands with a fork. If you’re using another variety of cooked squash or pumpkin, puree it in a food processor or blender (keep the squash a bit on the chunky side) and transfer to a bowl.

2) Mix in the onion, flour, and salt. Lightly beat the eggs and add them to the squash mixture.

3) Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with oil (and butter if you’d like). Use a 1/4 cup measure to scoop the batter into the hot pan.

4) Cook the pancakes for 8-10 minutes on each side. You want them very crunchy on the outside – they’ll stay delightfully chewy on the inside.

Topping ideas:

  • Sour cream or yogurt
  • Hot sauce or salsa
  • Tomato sauce
  • Caramelized onions
  • Jam
  • Melted cheese
  • Hummus
  • Nut butter
  • Chopped chives, parsley, or cilantro

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