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My Italian grandmother makes these every year when the zucchini in her garden start to blossom. She is Sicilian and calls them ‘cripelli.’ It’s sort of like a fritter and so yummy. As an alternative, you could also chop up the blossoms and mix them up in the batter and drop by teaspoons into the hot oil.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 leaves fresh basil, minced
- 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 cups oil for frying
- 12 pumpkin or zucchini blossoms
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, basil and Parmesan cheese. Mix in water and eggs until smooth.
Step 2
Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, dip blossoms in the batter to coat, and gently place a few at a time into the hot oil. Fry on each side until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels.
Editor’s Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 180 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
| Cholesterol64mg | 21% |
| Sodium109mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate11g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars0g | |
| Protein4g | |
| Vitamin C1mg | 6% |
| Calcium65mg | 5% |
| Iron1mg | 6% |
| Potassium47mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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