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Zucchini Blossoms

Maria Emmerich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 4
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • Coconut oil for frying
  • 4 ounces goat cheese or cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped basil
  • 8 zucchini flowers
  • 2 eggs whipped

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large deep cast iron pan so it is about 1/2 inch deep to 350 degrees. (I store a large mason jar of coconut oil for frying in my fridge and sift the used oil back into the jar when I am finished frying).
  • In a small bowl mix the goat cheese and chopped basil.
  • Clean the zucchini blossoms and fill with about 1/2 tablespoon basil goat cheese (or cream cheese). Set aside.
  • Separate the eggs and whip the whites until soft peaks form. Slowly add in the yolks.
  • Dip the stuffed zucchini blossoms into the whipped egg mixture so it is covered on all sides.
  • Carefully place into the hot oil (working in batches if needed). Fry on all sides until golden brown, about 1 minute per side.
  • Remove from oil onto a paper towel to drain. Sprinkle with fine grain sea salt.
  • Place on a serving platter.

Notes

NUTRITIONAL COMPARISON (per serving)
Traditional Zucchini Blossoms =
"Healthified" Zucchini Blossoms = 158 calories, 12.2g fat, 11g protein, 1g carb
70% fat, 28% protein, 2% carbs