Zucchini Flowers with Mozzarella and Anchovies

Ingredients:

• 8-10 zucchini flowers
• 150g fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
• 8-10 anchovy fillets, drained and chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sparkling water
• 1 tsp salt
• vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

1. Rinse the zucchini flowers under cold water and gently pat dry with a clean towel.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sparkling water, and salt until smooth.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Dip each zucchini flower into the batter and carefully place it into the hot oil.
4. Fry the zucchini flowers until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
5. Divide the torn mozzarella pieces and chopped anchovies among the fried zucchini flowers, balancing them on the center of each flower. Serve immediately.

Verdict:

Zucchini flowers with mozzarella and anchovies is a gourmet starter that’s easy to make but hard to resist. The crispy and light texture of the batter complements the soft and delicate flavor of the zucchini flowers perfectly. The tangy and salty notes of the anchovies cut through the mildness of the mozzarella, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Serve them with a crisp white wine and enjoy the flavors of summer.

Serving Suggestions:

You can serve zucchini flowers with mozzarella and anchovies as an appetizer, a light lunch or part of an antipasto platter. You can also experiment with different dipping sauces such as aioli, pesto or sweet chili sauce.