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Stuffed Zucchini Flowers Recipe

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Stuffed Zucchini Flowers are a classic Italian appetizer made with delicate zucchini blossoms filled with creamy ricotta and mozzarella, then lightly battered and fried until golden and crispy. They are elegant, airy, and perfect for summer meals or special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 12 fresh zucchini flowers
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, diced
  • 1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sparkling water
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Optional: lemon wedges, fresh basil, marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Gently rinse zucchini flowers and remove stamens carefully.
  2. Mix ricotta, egg, mozzarella, anchovy (optional), salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Fill each flower lightly with 1–2 teaspoons of filling and twist tips to close.
  4. Whisk flour and sparkling water to form a thin batter.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  6. Dip each stuffed flower in batter and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  7. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve warm with lemon wedges or marinara sauce.

Notes

  • Handle flowers gently as they are very delicate.
  • Do not overfill or they may burst during frying.
  • Sparkling water helps create a light, crispy batter.
  • Best eaten immediately while crispy.
  • Baking or air-frying is a lighter alternative.
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