AppetizerSide Dish

Fiori di Zucca Fritti

Name: Fiori di Zucca Fritti
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 12 pcs zucchini flower stems and stamens removed; 100 g all-purpose flour; 120 ml sparkling water very cold; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 500 ml vegetable oil

Delicate zucchini flowers are lightly battered and fried until golden and crispy. This traditional Italian appetizer highlights the subtle flavor of the blossoms with a satisfying crunch.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 30 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium

VeganVegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

12 pcszucchini flower, stems and stamens removed

batter

100 gall-purpose flour
120 mlsparkling water, very cold
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

frying

500 mlvegetable oil

Equipment

deep pan · slotted spoon · paper towels · medium bowl · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
Gently clean the zucchini flowers by removing any visible dirt and carefully extracting the stamens from the inside and trimming the stems.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Be very careful, zucchini flowers are delicate and tear easily.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
About 1 min
3
Gradually add the very cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth, thin batter forms.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The cold water helps create a crispier batter.
4
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to 170°C (340°F).
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even frying.
5
Dip each zucchini flower into the batter, ensuring it's lightly coated on all sides.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Allow any excess batter to drip off before frying.
6
Carefully place a few battered zucchini flowers into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
7
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
About 6 min
8
Remove the fried flowers with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
About 1 min
9
Serve immediately while hot, optionally with an extra pinch of salt.

Keep it good

Storage

Fiori di Zucca Fritti are best enjoyed immediately and do not store well.