Fried Zucchini Flowers
Crispy, golden-fried zucchini flowers with a light batter, served with fresh tomato and greens for a quick and elegant snack or appetizer.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- 12 whole zucchini flowers
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sparkling water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 medium tomato
Instructions
- 1
Gently rinse the 12 zucchini flowers and pat dry. Remove the stamens from inside each flower, being careful not to tear the petals.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, 1 cup sparkling water, and 1/2 tsp salt until smooth. The batter should be thin enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- 3
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles immediately, about 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Dip each flower into the batter, letting excess drip off, then fry in batches without crowding. Cook until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 5
Drain on paper towels, season with extra salt if desired, and serve immediately with sliced tomato and fresh greens on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- Deep pan or skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Paper towels
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