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Fried Zucchini Flowers — traditional dish from Florence, Italy
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Nutritional Values

🔥290kcal
💪8gProtein
🌾25gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy 🐟 Fish

Fried Zucchini Flowers

How to order / say it
Say it Fiori di Zucca Fritti — [FYO-ree dee TSOO-kah FREET-tee]
Order I'd like the fiori di zucca fritti, please.
Locally Vorrei i fiori di zucca fritti, per favore.
Say locally

Battered zucchini flowers stuffed with cheese and anchovies.

Why try it?

Fiori di Zucca Fritti is a beautiful example of Italian antipasti tradition. It emphasizes the Florentine love for fresh, seasonal ingredients, bringing together the crunch of fried batter with delicate flavors.

How it tastes

The flowers are light and crispy outside, with a melt-in-your-mouth savory filling. The cheese brings creaminess, while the anchovies add a salty depth, all wrapped in a delicate floral aroma.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Originating in the agricultural fields surrounding Florence, this dish became common in the early 20th century. Farmers harvested zucchini flowers to minimize waste, creating a seasonal delicacy now embraced throughout Italian food culture.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 8 pieces Zucchini flowers
  • 🥛 100 g Ricotta cheese
  • 🐟 30 g Anchovies
  • 🌾 100 g Flour
  • 🥚 1 Egg
  • 🫒 500 ml Sunflower oil

Method

  1. 1 Whisk flour and egg to create a smooth batter.
  2. 2 Stuff each flower with ricotta and a piece of anchovy.
  3. 3 Dip stuffed flowers in batter and fry until golden.
  4. 4 Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

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