Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Herbed Cheese in Fritt

Name: Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Herbed Cheese in Fritter Batter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 extra-large egg, separated (the white should be chilled); 1/2 cup very cold beer; 6 tablespoons high-quality ricotta; 6 tablespoons soft goat cheese; 1 teaspoon minced shallot; 3 tablespoons minced fresh chives; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh fiat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chervil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 20 large squash blossoms; 4 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying; 1/4 cup Green Olive Tapenade (below; optional); 1 cup pitted green olives (about 1 to 1 1/4 pounds unpitted; see box); 3 anchovies, rinsed; 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed; 1/2 garlic clove, minced; 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices and toasted

Servings: persons

1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 extra-large egg, separated (the white should be chilled)
1/2 cup very cold beer
6 tablespoons high-quality ricotta
6 tablespoons soft goat cheese
1 teaspoon minced shallot
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh fiat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chervil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
20 large squash blossoms
4 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying
1/4 cup Green Olive Tapenade (below; optional)
1 cup pitted green olives (about 1 to 1 1/4 pounds unpitted; see box)
3 anchovies, rinsed
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices and toasted

1
To make the batter, mix the flour and cornstarch in a bowl.
2
In another bowl, beat the egg white and beer together.
3
Stir this into the flour mixture.
4
Do not overbeat, or the batter will be tough; there should still be some lumps.
5
Cover and refrigerate (it can rest, chilled, up to 2 hours) while you make the stuffing.
6
Mix the cheeses in a bowl with the egg yolk, shallot, and herbs.
7
Season with salt and pepper and 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice.
8
Carefully pry apart the petals of each blossom.
9
Remove the stamen.
10
Place a small spoonful of the cheese mixture inside each blossom and gently twist the tips of the blossoms shut.
11
Heat the vegetable oil in a large deep pot over medium heat to 350F.
12
Use a deep-fry thermometer to check the temperature.
13
Remove the batter from the refrigerator and stir it once.
14
Dip the blossoms into the batter, then carefully lower them into the hot oil.
15
Fry them in batches until they are golden brown and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes.
16
Divide the blossoms among four warm plates.
17
Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice.
18
Garnish each plate with spoonful of tapenade, if using, and serve.
19
Green olive tapenade:
20
Combine the olives, anchovies, capers, and garlic in a food processor and pulse to a rough paste, adding the olive oil as necessary.

2617

kcal

Calories

278

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 extra-large egg, separated (the white should be chilled), 1/2 cup very cold beer, and more.

Yes, Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Herbed Cheese in Fritter Batter 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.

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Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Herbed Cheese in Fritter Batter

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