Fried Zucchini Blossoms
Serves: 4
Vicente Kshlerin
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
58
Spice
46
Sweetness
47
Sourness
42
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.3
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
In a large pot, heat about 2" oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350°
2
Combine flour and salt in a medium bowl, then whisk in beer until almost smooth (some small lumps are welcome—don't overwhisk or you'll deflate the batter)
3
One by one, dredge the blossoms in batter, shaking off the excess; gently lay them in the oil, without crowding the pan
4
Cook, flipping once with a slotted spoon, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes total
5
Transfer to paper towels to drain
6
Sprinkle with sea salt and devour while hot
7
In a large pot, heat about 2" oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350°
8
Combine flour and salt in a medium bowl, then whisk in beer until almost smooth (some small lumps are welcome—don't overwhisk or you'll deflate the batter)
9
One by one, dredge the blossoms in batter, shaking off the excess; gently lay them in the oil, without crowding the pan
10
Cook, flipping once with a slotted spoon, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes total
11
Transfer to paper towels to drain
12
Sprinkle with sea salt and devour while hot
13
Variation #1: For an even lighter, crispier crust, fold 3 stiffly beaten egg whites into batter and proceed as above
14
For an even lighter, crispier crust, fold 3 stiffly beaten egg whites into batter and proceed as above
15
Variataion #2: Stuffed blossoms are a favorite in Italy
16
To fill about 16, combine 1 cup ricotta, 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint, and 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest in a bowl
17
Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
18
Using a spoon, fill each blossom with about 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture, then dip in batter and fry as above
19
Stuffed blossoms are a favorite in Italy
20
To fill about 16, combine 1 cup ricotta, 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint, and 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest in a bowl
21
Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
22
Using a spoon, fill each blossom with about 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture, then dip in batter and fry as above