Remove Excess Moisture from Summer Squash (2024)

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To remove excess moisture from the summer squash, sprinkle the flesh with salt, place cut side down on a couple of layers of paper towels and allow to stand for 20 to 30 minutes.

Remove Excess Moisture from Summer Squash (1)

Summer squash has high water content and will sometimes need to be drained, otherwise the dish you are preparing may become too watery. Below are some tips on how to remove some of the excess moisture to prevent your summer squash recipes from becoming too watery.

  • Drain the squash by cutting it into slices, arranging them in a shallow dish, and sprinkling with salt. After 20 to 30 minutes, rinse the slices under cold running water and pat dry.
  • Remove some of the moisture from the squash before cooking by sprinkling the raw flesh with salt; then place the cut side down on a couple of layers of paper towels and allow it to stand for 20 to 30 minutes. The salt will draw the moisture out and the paper towel will absorb it. Rinse with cold water before cooking.
  • When cooking summer squash, select cooking methods, such as baking and grilling, that will evaporate some of the moisture in the squash. This will produce a dryer squash when cooked.
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