Fiori Di Zucca Recipe
Fried zucchini flower filled with mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
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Fiori di Zucca Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Filling
Gently rinse the zucchini flowers and carefully remove the stamen from the inside. Cut the mozzarella cheese into small cubes.
- 2
Stuff the Flowers
Stuff each zucchini flower with a piece of mozzarella cheese, taking care not to overfill.
- 3
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sparkling water. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Flowers
Dip each stuffed zucchini flower into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off, and carefully place it in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once fried, remove the flowers from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Season with black pepper to taste and serve immediately.