Recipes

Stuffed and Fried Squash Blossoms

  • Serves

    serves 6-8

MAURA MCEVOY

(Fiori di Zucca Ripieni)

Zucchini and other squash blossoms are fried all over Italy—stuffed or not—but this recipe came from a restaurant in Castel Gandolfo, near Rome.

Ingredients

  • 24 zucchini blossoms
  • 34 lb. mozzarella
  • 12 anchovy filets
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Vegetable oil
  • Salt

Instructions

Step 1

Remove stems and stamens from zucchini blossoms; wash blossoms and pat dry.

Step 2

Cut mozzarella into small dice, coarsely chop anchovy filets, and combine in a mixing bowl. Stuff each blossom with mixture and twist petals to retain stuffing.

Step 3

Beat eggs in a small bowl. Pour 1 cup flour with freshly ground black pepper into a second shallow pan. Heat 2 1⁄2" vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat until very hot.

Step 4

Working in small batches, dredge each stuffed blossom in flour; dip into eggs, turning to coat well, then dredge in seasoned flour. Fry blossoms, turning frequently, until crisp, 3–5 minutes. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve immediately.