Squash-Blossom Fritters Recipe

Name: Squash-Blossom Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup flour; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 large egg; 1 cup lager beer; 3 cups canola oil; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 18 large squash blossoms; 1/4 lb Fontina cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 2 lemons, cut into 6 wedges each

Servings: persons

1 cup flour
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 large egg
1 cup lager beer
3 cups canola oil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
18 large squash blossoms
1/4 lb Fontina cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 lemons, cut into 6 wedges each

1
Make the batter: Stir, using a whisk, 1 cup flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk the egg and the beer together in a small bowl. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture, stirring constantly with a fork, until almost combined. The batter will be slightly lumpy. Let stand for 30 minutes.
2
Fill and fry the blossoms: Heat oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven fitted with a deep-fat thermometer over medium-high heat to 375u00b0F Gently open the petals of the blossoms using a paring knife and carefully remove the pistils without tearing the petals. Combine the remaining flour and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl, add the cheese, and toss until the cubes are coated. Place one cube inside each blossom and twist the ends to close. Dip blossoms, holding them at the petal end, one at a time into batter. Wipe excess batter from blossom against the side of the bowl.
3
Carefully ease 3 blossoms into hot oil and fry, turning once with a slotted spoon until golden brown - about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack. Repeat with remaining blossoms. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

1879

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup flour, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Squash-Blossom Fritters falls under the General 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.

Squash-Blossom Fritters

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