Santanyí Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms

Santanyí Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms are a delightful dish from the Balearic cuisine, featuring the delicate and flavorful zucchini blossoms stuffed with a savory filling.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Appetizer Balearic Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms Balearic Cuisine
Santanyí Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms

Ingredients

  • 12 zucchini blossoms
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Gently rinse the zucchini blossoms and remove the pistil from inside. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, and pepper. Carefully stuff each zucchini blossom with the cheese mixture.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and sparkling water to create a light batter.
  4. 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 them in the hot oil.
  5. Fry the zucchini blossoms for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve the Santanyí Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms warm and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Frying pan Whisk Bowls Paper towels

Tools

Kitchen tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Santanyí Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms are best served as an appetizer alongside a fresh green salad and a glass of chilled white wine.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of lemon zest to the cheese mixture for a citrusy twist.

Cost

$15