Zucchini Blossoms, Cretan Style Recipe

Name: Zucchini Blossoms, Cretan Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 zucchini blossoms; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 4 scallions, minced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/3 cup long grain rice, uncooked; 1/2 cup canned tomatoes, drained; 3 tbsp. chopped parsley; 3 tbsp. chopped fresh mint; dill; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar

Servings: persons

30 zucchini blossoms
3 tbsp. olive oil
4 scallions, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup long grain rice, uncooked
1/2 cup canned tomatoes, drained
3 tbsp. chopped parsley
3 tbsp. chopped fresh mint
dill
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 tsp. granulated sugar

1
Soak the stems in cold water overnight, without soaking the blossoms.
2
The following day, wash and drain on a towel.
3
Cut off and discard the stems without breaking the blossoms, and set the blossoms aside while you make the filling.
4
Heat the oil and saute the scallions until soft.
5
Add the garlic and rice and cook over moderate heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
6
Stir in the tomatoes, herbs, and enough water to cover the rice, then season with salt and pepper and the sugar.
7
Simmer for 5 minutes, and remove from the heat.
8
Using a teaspoon, stuff each blossom carefully, holding it in the palm of one hand.
9
Then close it and lay it on its side in a buttered flameproof casserole large enough to accomodate all the blossoms.
10
Continue until all are filled.
11
Pour 1 cup of warm water into the casserole.
12
Invert a plate over the flowers, then cover the casserole and simmer over lowest heat about 1-1/2 hours.
13
Check every 30 minutes to see if more water is needed; if so, add warm water (it should all be absorbed when cooked).
14
Serve with poultry, meat or fish dishes, or as a delightful first course.

295

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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: 30 zucchini blossoms, 3 tbsp. olive oil, 4 scallions, minced, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Blossoms, Cretan Style 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.

Zucchini Blossoms, Cretan Style

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