Fried Zucchini Blossoms
- 18 baby zucchini with blossoms attached
- 4 1/2 ounces feta cheese, cut into 18 pieces
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Gently open each zucchini blossom and nip off the stamen.
- Place a piece of feta cheese inside each blossom and twist lightly to close.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl.
- Spread the bread crumbs in a shallow bowl.
- Dip each zucchini in the beaten eggs, then dredge in the bread crumbs.
- Set a large rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
- In each of 2 large skillets, heat 1/3 cup of the olive oil until shimmering.
- Carefully lay half of the zucchini in each skillet and fry over moderately high heat until crisp and golden, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
- Transfer to the rack to drain.
- Sprinkle with salt and serve with lemon wedges.
zucchini, feta cheese, eggs, bread crumbs, extravirgin olive oil, salt, lemon wedges
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/fried-zucchini-blossoms (may not work)