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Fried Zucchini Blossoms

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Fried Zucchini Blossoms are one of my all-time favorite appetizers. If you haven’t had them, seek them out at your favorite restaurants, or try your hand with my easy-to-make recipe. You will not be disappointed with these delicate summer blossoms.

Enjoy a plateful of Fried Zucchini Blossoms this summer for a delightful appetizer | azgrabaplate.com

(Recipe originally posted in 2018)

I have the fondest memories of my mom making Fried Zucchini Blossoms when I was a kid. Our family garden was always overflowing with zucchini in the summer, and when the golden-orange blossoms arrived, we knew we were in for a special treat.

Not only did my mom fry them, but she would also coarsely chop them and add them to frittata. If you’re looking to use zucchini in your frittata, try my recipe for Zucchini-Thyme Frittata for Two. I love this easy dish that’s ideal for any meal. Another wonderful zucchini dish to try is Low Carb Zoodles with Romesco Sauce. It’s so easy to make and it’s also big on flavor!

Fresh zucchini blossoms, perfect to make Fried Zucchini Blossoms

When it comes to summer, who wants to turn on the oven? If you’re looking for a no-oven appetizer or starter, a summer favorite of mine is Yellow Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho. This dish has gorgeous color and fresh-from-the-garden flavor.

It might sound strange to prepare and eat a vegetable blossom, but I can assure you these are wonderful. Unless you have a garden or a friend with a garden, your best bet is to find these at the farmers market. I picked up a bunch recently, and I wish I had bought more!

A single Fried Zucchini Blossom ready to enjoy as an appetizer

Some people stuff the blossoms with different types of soft cheese (spectacularly delicious) but I wanted to keep things a bit more straightforward.

For this recipe, the delicate flowers are dipped into a thin batter and lightly fried until they’re golden. Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the tops while they’re warm and eat them right away.

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Just one bite of Fried Zucchini Blossoms is all it takes to fall in love with this appetizer

Fried Zucchini Blossoms are the perfect appetizer to enjoy in the summer, served with a plate of fresh tomatoes, some cheese, and olives (and don’t forget the wine). The blossoms are only around for part of the summer, so I hope you’ll take the time to appreciate their appearance.

Like everything else glorious about this time of year, they’ll be gone before you know it.

Here are a few more delightful appetizer recipes perfect for the summer:

Spicy Watermelon Salsa
Pea and Ricotta Spread
Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Black Lentils and Mushrooms

Fried Zucchini Blossoms make a wonderful, seasonal appetizer you'll love. Fried Zucchini Blossoms are a delightful summer appetizer.

Recipe for Fried Zucchini Blossoms

Serves 4

Fried Zucchini Blossoms

Fried Zucchini Blossoms are delicate and delicious and make the perfect summertime appetizer.

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Ingredients

  • 16 fresh zucchini blossoms, stems removed
  • 1/3 cup extra fine flour tipo “00” (you can also use all-purpose baking flour)
  • 1/3 cup plain sparkling water
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Coarse sea salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sparkling water and egg. Lightly whisk until combined.
  3. Add the vegetable oil to a Dutch oven or large pan over medium-high heat. The oil should reach about 1/8-inch up the pan.
  4. Dredge each of the blossoms in the batter and allow the excess to drip back into the bowl. Working in batches so you don’t crowd the pan, add the blossoms to the hot oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. Place on the baking sheet and sprinkle immediately with sea salt. Keep them warm as you finish the remaining blossoms.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

Using the extra fine flour and the sparkling water are to help keep the batter light and airy, similar to a tempura batter. If you don't have the extra fine flower, you can use all-purpose baking flour instead.

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    • Patricia says

      That's awesome, Paula! I need to try stuffing them next - I've only had them stuffed out and about at restaurants! Thanks for stopping by!
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  4. Christina @ Christina's Cucina says

    My brother used to run out to the garden each morning to find the new male blossoms for my mother to prepare! She made them exactly like your recipe, too! So delicious, but their flavor is so unique, it's difficult to describe to someone who's never tried them. You've made me yearn for them now as I haven't had them in years!
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    • Patricia says

      I know - it is very hard to describe! They're so delicate! I've had them stuffed w/ cheese at restaurants, but my mom never made them that way. So fun! Hope you give them a try soon!
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    • Patricia says

      Thanks so much, Christie! I had read to use sparkling water, but when I was in Italy a few years ago, my aunt did the same. I figured it was definitely a good idea to use it :)
      Reply

  6. valerie says

    Wow those look so YUMMY! Fried zucchini is by far my fav appetizer.! With Ranch dip ..so good! Thanks for sharing, your pictures are amazing! Valerie fashion and travel
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  13. Jaime says

    When I clicked this link, I thought it was similar to "onion blossoms", like deep fried onions. I'd never heard of an actual zucchini blossom before, and they look really good!
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  14. Debi @ Life Currents says

    I was in high school the first time I had a fried squash blossom, and it was so delicious that I've never forgotten it! It was at a restaurant in Carmel, CA while we were on vacation. Yours totally remind me of those, and those lovely days! Thanks! Your recipe looks so nice and easy, I can't wait to try it! p.s. Yippie for your email! This is the first one I've gotten from your site since subscribing.
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    • Patricia says

      What a great memory, Debi! I hope you try them - so, so easy! (Regarding the email -- ugh!!!! Can you imagine?! I'm glad it's working now, thanks!!!!)
      Reply

  15. Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says

    ~PINNED~ This look delicious. A definite must try! Please come share your blog posts over at the Home Matters Linky Party! We'd love to have you for a visit. The Door Opens Tonight 9pm Pacific Time! :) ~Lorelai Life With Lorelai
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  20. Lauren says

    I have a garden FULL of zucchini but have yet to fry zucchini blossoms this year! I need to get on that.
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    • Patricia says

      Hi Karen! Yes - I looooove those memories! Thanks for the kind words, and I hope you give these a try!
      Reply

    • Patricia says

      Haha! Thanks, Melanie! I just gobbled up the last of these tomatoes (Kakao tomatoes) tonight - so good!! :)
      Reply

    • Patricia says

      Hey Michelle! I need to work my way up tot he stuffed version! That makes me a tiny bit nervous :) Thanks for popping over!
      Reply

  24. Dee Dee (My Midlife Kitchen) says

    I love zucchini blossoms! I've never gotten up the nerve to try making them myself. I'm always afraid I'll overcook them, or they'll come out soggy. Brava for acing the beautiful, browned consistency of these beauties!
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    • Patricia says

      Thanks, Dee Dee! Haha - love it. I actually *did* have a batch that was too soggy :) Otherwise, they were really easy!
      Reply

  25. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    I feel like I have been missing out big time because I have never had a fried zucchini blossom. That needs to change! Stat!
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    • Patricia says

      Hi Ananda - thanks so much! The tomatoes really were amazing! Kakoa was the type of tomato - picked them up at the farmers market - yum!
      Reply

  31. Jennifer Stewart says

    I really wish that I could find zucchini blossoms near me. We are a small town so we don't get anything fancy like that. Next time I am in the big city I will grab me some and try this recipe!
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    • Patricia says

      Hey Jennifer! Well that stinks! Maybe search around for some friends with zucchini plants :) Bet they'd share if you made them some!
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  33. [email protected] says

    Patricia, these blossoms are beautiful! I have never had these but it's something I really want to try. They look so light and delicate. Thanks for sharing. Your photography is pretty amazing , too! : )
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  34. Kelley says

    Oh my gosh.. these look amazing! My mom said my grandma use to make these for her when she was little. I will have to give them a try!
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    • Patricia says

      Oh, great! They're not terribly easy for me to find, and when you do, you have to use them right away. LOVE!
      Reply

    • Patricia says

      Thanks, Judy! Oh! You should - whether out at a restaurant, or make them yourself if you can come across the blossoms!
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    • Patricia says

      How funny - and you're so lucky! I haven't grown zucchini here in Phoenix, but I try to hit the farmers markets for the blossoms. They can be hard to find!
      Reply

  48. Catherine says

    Dear Patricia, fried zucchini blossoms are one of my favorite seasonal recipes. They are so good and I just love them with pasta and a glass of wine. Perfect summer fare. xo, Catherine
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  49. Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says

    Fried Fiori di Zucca (Zucchini Blossoms) are my favorite summer eat! I grew up eating them and they remind me of summer and fun and sun. We love them, but this year my in-laws garden is slow, we have had 3 until now and fried them right away. Sometimes I use clod beer in the batter but never an egg, I will have to give your version a try. They look awesome, by the way!
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    • Patricia says

      Hi Nicoletta - Thanks so much! I will have to try your version, too, with beer. These flowers are hard for me to come by, but such a wonderful treat. My mom used the flowers often, but usually in frittata. All good!
      Reply

  56. Nicole says

    I'm not sure if you're a Gilmore Girls fan but I couldn't get Sookie out of my head while I read this recipe. She makes famous Zucchini Blossoms.
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  57. Beth says

    I did not that people ate zucchini blossoms, but these fried ones look delicious! Next year I'm going to have to plant a garden!
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    • Patricia says

      Haha! Well, those are some lucky chickens! They're delicious! I love them! Maybe you can try them (and save a few for the chickens)!
      Reply

  67. adriana says

    My absolute FAVORITE thing, ever!!!! My grandma makes these every time we go to Italy - it's such a fun summer tradition!
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  68. Mimi says

    I love this! They are such an italian dish, in some we usually have them with pizza and in Rome we eat them stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies
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    • Patricia says

      I've had them stuffed with cheese, but not with anchovies - that sounds amazing! I will try that next! My mom sometimes adds them to frittata.
      Reply

  69. Allyson Zea says

    Wow! I've never seen something like this before, but I love zucchini so I'm definitely going to try it!
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    • Patricia says

      Hi Jen! Someone else commented about trying them in the air fryer! I don't have one, so I don't know, but I'm very intrigued by it! Please let me know how they turn out if you try the air fryer!
      Reply

  74. Beth says

    These are amazing and I used to have these when I was a kid! My mom would make these and they were just like this too! My hubby and I enjoyed these blossoms! I love how these turned out and how delicious these were! Definitely making these again very soon!
    ★★★★★
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  75. Deb B says

    I've never prepared anything with zucchini before. Looks absolutely delectable and so pretty too! I have an air fryer so we're excited to give this a try!!
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  76. Rosemary says

    I tried zucchini blossom for the first time earlier this year and fell in love with them. I've never had them fried and this recipe looks simple and intriguing. I'm looking forward to making them. Cheers.
    Reply

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