Fried Zucchini Blossoms Recipe

Name: Fried Zucchini Blossoms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 whole Zucchini Blossoms, Male Flowers; 1/2 cups Ricotta Cheese; 1/4 cups Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded; 3 Tablespoons Pecorino Romano Cheese, Grated; 2 Tablespoons Mascarpone Cheese; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1 cup Flour; 2 whole Eggs; 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs; Oil, For Frying

Servings: persons

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In a small bowl combine the cheeses, salt, and pepper.
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Spoon into a pastry bag.
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Open the flowers, wipe clean with a damp paper towel, and remove the stamens.
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Now the tricky part!
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Open your flowers wide, but be very gentle.
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These flowers are quite fragile and if you rip it, the cheese will come out when frying.
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Pipe cheese mixture into flowers and then twist tops closed and secure with toothpick.
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Place flour, eggs, and panko in three separate shallow bowls.
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Beat the eggs with a fork.
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Dip each blossom in the flour first (be sure to tap off the excess), then the eggs, and then panko.
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You can refrigerate them now to make the flowers firm or you can start frying.
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Heat enough oil to fry the flowers in, heating to about 375 degrees F. Fry about 20 seconds per side.
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Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with tomato sauce and we added some grilled bread drizzled with olive oil.
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Adapted from recipe of Kevin Kohler, Chef at Cafe Panache

481

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 whole Zucchini Blossoms, Male Flowers, 1/2 cups Ricotta Cheese, 1/4 cups Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded, 3 Tablespoons Pecorino Romano Cheese, Grated, and more.

Yes, Fried Zucchini Blossoms falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fried Zucchini Blossoms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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