Edible Flowers

Cinzia Cuneo August 16, 2014 Vegetables, World Cuisine

The zucchini or squash flower is simply magnificent: Five long bright yellow petals that open out into a star and a large yellow pistil. It also tastes very delicious: its texture is crunchy and slightly spongy and it has a very fresh, sweet and mildly tangy flavour.

In Italy and Provence, it is mostly eaten as a savoury fritter, but the below recipe calls for stuffing and baking it in the oven.

You’ll be able to buy zucchini flowers from the producers or at farmers markets. They are very delicate and must be consumed on the same day. You should first open them (even if they are shrivelled up) to make sure that no “unwanted guest” is hiding inside. Then, wash and gently pat them dry.

Stuffed Zucchini Flowers

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Originally published in the Journal de Montréal on August 16, 2014.

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Cinzia Cuneo

Cinzia Cuneo, founder of SOSCuisine.com, never wanted to neglect the quality of her food. She shares her special expertise to make good food quickly and without complications!