Fried Pumpkin Blossoms
Pumpkin blossoms are delicious battered and fried.
Pumpkin blossoms have a long food history as an edible part of the pumpkin
plant in Africa. Pumpkin blossoms prettify your garden, and bring beauty and an
interesting flavor to your mealtime. Pumpkin blossoms add flavor and color to
any dish served up in the kitchen.
Fried Pumpkin Blossoms
Ingredients
12 large fresh pumpkin blossoms
2/3 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons water
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon good quality curry powder, optional
Salt and pepper to taste
Corn oil for frying
Directions
In a medium bowl, mix flour in water and eggs
until smooth. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Dip three
pumpkin blossoms at a time in batter to coat, fry on each side until crisp and
golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve as a side to grilled meats or as a topping
for salads.
