Discover the perfect recipe for crispy fried zucchini blossoms. Learn how to prepare and batter these delicate squash blossoms for a delightful Italian appetizer. Never soggy. Always crispy.
12-16zucchini flowersstamen removed, washed, and dried
1cuprice flour
4tablespoonsall-purpose flour
⅛teaspoonsalt Kosher
pinchpepper
¾cupsparkling waterice cold
oil for frying
Maldon sea salt for garnish
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the rice and all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually add the ice-cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients. Use a whisk or a fork to combine gently. Do not over-mix. The batter should be thin enough to coat the flowers, but not too thin that it drips off. Adjust the amount of sparkling water or flour to obtain the desired texture if necessary.
Heat the avocado oil in a deep fryer or a deep-sided pan to 375°F (190°C).
Dip each zucchini flower into the batter, coating all sides evenly.
Carefully place 2-3 coated flowers into the hot oil, one at a time, away from you. Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes on each side.
Use kitchen tongs to remove the fried flowers from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat this procedure with the rest of the flowers.
Sprinkle the fried zucchini flowers with Maldon salt and serve immediately.
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Notes
Choose fresh and firm zucchini flowers. The fresher the flowers, the better they will be for frying. Avoid flowers that are wilted.
Dry the flowers properly, as any residual moisture may result in oil splattering.
Using sparkling water in the batter creates a lighter texture.
The oil should be hot enough to fry the flowers quickly but not too hot that they burn. Heat the oil to 375°F (190°C). The right oil temperature also avoids greasiness or undercooking.
Maintain a consistent temperature throughout the frying process to achieve a crispy texture.
Fry the zucchini flowers in small batches to ensure even cooking. Avoid overcrowding.
Fried zucchini flowers are best served immediately after frying.
The nutritional information DOES NOT include the oil.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.