How to Make Gluten-Free Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms (Fior di Zucca Ripieni) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to this delicious and unique recipe for gluten-free stuffed zucchini blossoms! This traditional Italian dish, known as Fior di Zucca Ripieni, is a true celebration of summer produce and is sure to impress your friends and family with its beautiful presentation and incredible flavor. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping appetizer or a mouthwatering main course, these stuffed zucchini blossoms are the perfect choice.

The star of this dish is the zucchini blossoms themselve...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, fresh
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
  • 10 zucchini blossoms
  • 7 tablespoons rice flour
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup sparkling water
  • 2 tablespoons sweet rice flour
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 17 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 10 stuffed blossoms

  • Mix mozzarella cheese and Parmesan-Reggiano cheese together in a bowl until smooth. Stuff 1 tablespoon cheese mixture into each zucchini blossom and pinch the ends closed.
  • Mix rice flour, eggs, milk, sparkling water, sweet rice flour, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Place stuffed blossoms in flour mixture; toss gently until covered.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Fry blossoms in oil until crisp and pale golden brown, about 2 minutes. Rest blossoms on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  • Nutrition

    243 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 270mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 40mg
    • Calcium: 272mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 695mg