Fried Zucchini Flowers

Name: Fried Zucchini Flowers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 dozen
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup 2% milk; 1 tablespoon canola oil; Additional oil for frying; 12 large freshly picked squash blossoms

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 1 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

Fried zucchini flowers are crispy treats only available from late spring to early fall. Don't blink, or you might miss the season! Here's everything you need to know about finding and frying squash blossoms.

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon canola oil
Additional oil for frying
12 large freshly picked squash blossoms

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, garlic salt and cumin. In another bowl, whisk egg, milk and oil; add to dry ingredients and stir until smooth. In a skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Dip blossoms into batter and fry in oil a few at a time until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm until serving.