Pugliese-style Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms
Pugliese-style Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms are a delicious and traditional dish from the Puglia region of Italy. These delicate zucchini blossoms are stuffed with a flavorful mixture and then lightly fried to perfection. They make for a perfect appetizer or side dish, showcasing the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 12 zucchini blossoms
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Gently rinse the zucchini blossoms and remove the pistil from inside each blossom.
- In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully stuff each zucchini blossom with the cheese mixture, then twist the petals to seal the filling inside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and sparkling water to create a light batter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Dip each stuffed zucchini blossom into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully place it in the hot oil.
- Fry the blossoms for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
- Remove the fried blossoms and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Protein
- 6g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Whisk Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can also bake the stuffed zucchini blossoms in the oven until crispy.
Cost
$10