The New Fried Green Tomato

Crunchy, golden slices of squash make the perfect starter

- RECIPE: CRAIG RUFF; FOOD STYLING: EMILY NABORS HALL;

SNACK TIME

Fried Squash with Creamy Herb Dipping Sauce

ACTIVE 30 MIN. - TOTAL 45 MIN.

SERVES 6

Dry Before You Fry
Salt the squash slices prior to dredging to draw out extra moisture and concentrate the vegetable's flavor.

3 yellow crookneck squash or zucchini, sliced into 1/3-inch-thick rounds (about 5 cups)
2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream