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Fried Ricotta Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

  • piping bag

Ingredients

For The Blossoms

  • 12 oz whole milk ricotta
  • 1/2 c. grated pecorino Romano
  • 1/4 c. finely ground plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp. freshly ground cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 10 squash blossoms
  • 3 c. vegetable oil

Tempura Batter

  • 1 c. all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 c. seltzer
  • maldon salt

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine ricotta, pecorino, breadcrumbs, pepper, and salt. Fill a piping bag with mixture. Snip off about 1/2 inch from the tip.
  • Clean, and and dry your squash blossoms. Remove the stamen. Fill squash blossoms with ricotta mixture about halfway up the blossom. Use the leaves to enclose the blossoms. Set aside on a sheet tray or plate.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until temperature reaches 350°F.
  • In a large bowl whisk flour and baking powder. Add seltzer and whisk until few lumps remain. The mixture she have a loose pancake consistency. Dip stuffed squash blossoms into batter. Immediently and carefully place the battered blossoms into the pot. Fry in 2 to 3 batches, 3 to 4 minutes each or until aerated, crispy and lightly golden. Flip halfway through if not fully submerged.
  • Remove squash blossoms to a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with maldon or kosher salt.