{"id":16493,"date":"2025-06-08T17:43:27","date_gmt":"2025-06-08T15:43:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laragazzacolmattarello.com\/fried-zucchini-flowers-stuffed-with-anchovy-and-mozzarella\/"},"modified":"2026-08-23T11:49:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-23T09:49:06","slug":"fried-zucchini-flowers-stuffed-with-anchovy-and-mozzarella","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laragazzacolmattarello.com\/en\/fried-zucchini-flowers-stuffed-with-anchovy-and-mozzarella\/","title":{"rendered":"Fried zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In Rome, fried <a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fiori_di_zucca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">zucchini flowers<\/a> are pure magic in a single bite: fragrant zucchini blossoms, stuffed with salty anchovy and melting mozzarella, coated in a *pastella*\u2014a light mixture of flours and sparkling water that creates a crispy, airy layer\u2014and fried to perfection. With just a few minutes and some <a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Trattoria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trattoria<\/a> tricks, you will transform simple ingredients into an appetizer worthy of an authentic Italian meal, perfect for any occasion and for sharing with friends.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"videobox\">\n<h3><strong>Watch the video with all the steps<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Below you can watch the video with all the steps to prepare <strong>anchovy and mozzarella stuffed zucchini flowers<\/strong> in the easiest way.<br \/>\nAnd if you haven&#8217;t already, I invite you to subscribe to my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laragazzacolmattarello.com\/me\/youtubewp\"><strong>YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a> so you don&#8217;t miss any new recipes.<br \/>\n<strong>Don&#8217;t forget to follow me on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laragazzacolmattarello.com\/me\/igwp\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>!<\/strong><br \/>\n<div id=\"erdyt-6a8ba2796157c\" data-id=\"s6VRX_tdI_s\" class=\"erd-youtube-responsive\" style=\"display:block;position:relative;clear:both;width:100%;max-width:100%;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\"><div class=\"erd-ytplay\" id=\"erdytp-s6VRX_tdI_s-6a8ba2796157c\" data-vid=\"s6VRX_tdI_s\"   data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s6VRX_tdI_s?loop=1&#038;autoplay=1&#038;rel=0\" data-allowfullscreen=\"true\"><img  title=\"Fried zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella ~ Appetizers Recipes  ~ La ragazza col mattarello\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/s6VRX_tdI_s\/hqdefault.jpg\"  alt=\"Fried zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella ~ Appetizers Recipes  ~ La ragazza col mattarello\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"VideoObject\",\"name\":\"Fried zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella - Video\",\"description\":\"Watch the video to discover all the details of the recipe.\",\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/s6VRX_tdI_s\/hqdefault.jpg\",\"uploadDate\":\"2025-06-08T17:43:27+02:00\",\"embedUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s6VRX_tdI_s?loop=1&#038;autoplay=1&#038;rel=0\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=s6VRX_tdI_s\",\"publisher\":{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"name\":\"La ragazza col mattarello\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.laragazzacolmattarello.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/la_ragazza_col_mattarello_192x192_PWA.png\",\"width\":192,\"height\":192}}}<\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Main ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4>For 10 units<\/h4>\n<p>&#x23f1; <strong>Preparation time:<\/strong> 15 min<br \/>\n&#x23f1; <strong>Pastella resting time:<\/strong> 30 min<br \/>\n&#x23f1; <strong>Frying time:<\/strong> 8 min<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10 zucchini flowers<\/li>\n<li>10 anchovy fillets<\/li>\n<li>200 g well-drained mozzarella<\/li>\n<li>125 g wheat flour<\/li>\n<li>60 g rice flour<\/li>\n<li>250 ml very cold sparkling water<\/li>\n<li>1 pinch of salt<\/li>\n<li>Seed oil for frying<\/li>\n<li>10 fresh basil leaves (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> At the end of the article, you will find the complete recipe card with detailed cooking and preparation times.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>How to prepare anchovy and mozzarella stuffed zucchini flowers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>1. Clean and dry the flowers<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Carefully remove the pistils and impurities from the zucchini flowers and dry them gently so they don&#8217;t lose their shape.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Drain the mozzarella well<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Cut the mozzarella into strips and let it rest in a colander for 30 min to remove excess whey.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Prepare the pastella<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Mix the sifted flours with the pinch of salt, add the very cold sparkling water, and whisk until integrated without lumps. Let it rest for 30 min in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>4. Stuff the flowers<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Place an anchovy fillet and a piece of mozzarella in each flower. Gently close the petals, sealing the filling.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>5. Fry at the ideal temperature<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Heat seed oil to 175\u2013180 \u00b0C. Submerge the flowers one by one, giving them a quick turn. Drain them on a wire rack to maintain the crunchiness.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>6. Final touch<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Sprinkle with coarse salt and garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Tricks and tips for perfect stuffed zucchini flowers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Very cold sparkling water<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Using ice-cold sparkling water in the pastella provides bubbles that make the coating lighter and crispier.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Rice flour for extra crunch<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Rice flour adds an extra touch of texture without masking the flavor of the filling.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Resting the pastella<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Letting the mixture rest in the cold for 30 min eliminates lumps and improves adhesion to the petal.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Drain the mozzarella well<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Drying the mozzarella in a colander prevents it from releasing water during frying and keeps the inside melting.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Drain on a wire rack<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Placing the fried flowers on a wire rack allows the steam to disperse and the surface to retain its crunch.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><!-- Inicio Secci\u00f3n FAQ --><\/p>\n<div id=\"faq\">\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4>Can I make the pastella without rice flour?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 5px;\">Yes, you can use only wheat flour, although you will lose some extra crunchiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4>Is it better to use salt-cured or oil-packed anchovies?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 5px;\">Both work, but if they are salt-cured, rinse them slightly to control the salt level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4>Can I stuff them with other ingredients?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 5px;\">Of course, try ricotta and herbs, chopped ham, or even saut\u00e9ed vegetables.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h4>Can they be prepared in advance?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 5px;\">You can assemble them and keep them in the fridge, but fry them just before serving to maintain the crunch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Fin Secci\u00f3n FAQ --><\/p>\n<p><!-- Inicio Markup JSON-LD para FAQPage --><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I make the pastella without rice flour?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, you can use only wheat flour, although you will lose some extra crunchiness.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is it better to use salt-cured or oil-packed anchovies?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": 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batter and fried to perfection<\/div>\n<ul class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta\">\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Dish<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">Appetizer<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Cuisine<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">Italian<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Preparation time<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">15 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Cooking time<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">8 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Total time<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">53 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Servings<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">10 pieces<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Calories<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">220 kcal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Author<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">Mia Villar Raurich<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-item\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-label\">Tags<\/span><br \/><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__meta-value\">authentic, Roman<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<section class=\"vrtl-recipe__section vrtl-recipe__section--ingredients\">\n<h3 class=\"vrtl-recipe__heading\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredients\">\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__amount\">10<\/span> <span class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient-name\">zucchini flowers<\/span><\/li>\n<li 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class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient-name\">pinch of salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient-name\">Seed oil for frying<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient\"><span class=\"vrtl-recipe__amount\">10<\/span> <span class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient-name\">fresh basil leaves<\/span> <span class=\"vrtl-recipe__ingredient-note\">optional<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"vrtl-recipe__section vrtl-recipe__section--steps\">\n<h3 class=\"vrtl-recipe__heading\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"vrtl-recipe__steps\">\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__step\">Clean the zucchini flowers by removing the pistils and any impurities<\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__step\">Drain the mozzarella in a colander for 30 minutes<\/li>\n<li class=\"vrtl-recipe__step\">Mix both flours with the salt and sparkling water, whisking until smooth<\/li>\n<li 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With just a few minutes and some trattoria tricks, you will transform simple ingredients into an appetizer worthy of an authentic Italian meal, perfect for any occasion and for sharing with friends. Watch the video with all the steps Below you can watch the video with all the steps to prepare anchovy and mozzarella stuffed zucchini flowers in the easiest way. And if you haven&#8217;t already, I invite you to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don&#8217;t miss any new recipes. Don&#8217;t forget to follow me on Instagram! Main ingredients For 10 units &#x23f1; Preparation time: 15 min &#x23f1; Pastella resting time: 30 min &#x23f1; Frying time: 8 min 10 zucchini flowers 10 anchovy fillets 200 g well-drained mozzarella 125 g wheat flour 60 g rice flour 250 ml very cold sparkling water 1 pinch of salt Seed oil for frying 10 fresh basil leaves (optional) Remember: At the end of the article, you will find the complete recipe card with detailed cooking and preparation times. How to prepare anchovy and mozzarella stuffed zucchini flowers 1. Clean and dry the flowers Carefully remove the pistils and impurities from the zucchini flowers and dry them gently so they don&#8217;t lose their shape. 2. Drain the mozzarella well Cut the mozzarella into strips and let it rest in a colander for 30 min to remove excess whey. 3. Prepare the pastella Mix the sifted flours with the pinch of salt, add the very cold sparkling water, and whisk until integrated without lumps. Let it rest for 30 min in the refrigerator. 4. Stuff the flowers Place an anchovy fillet and a piece of mozzarella in each flower. Gently close the petals, sealing the filling. 5. Fry at the ideal temperature Heat seed oil to 175\u2013180 \u00b0C. Submerge the flowers one by one, giving them a quick turn. Drain them on a wire rack to maintain the crunchiness. 6. Final touch Sprinkle with coarse salt and garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving. Tricks and tips for perfect stuffed zucchini flowers Very cold sparkling water Using ice-cold sparkling water in the pastella provides bubbles that make the coating lighter and crispier. Rice flour for extra crunch Rice flour adds an extra touch of texture without masking the flavor of the filling. Resting the pastella Letting the mixture rest in the cold for 30 min eliminates lumps and improves adhesion to the petal. Drain the mozzarella well Drying the mozzarella in a colander prevents it from releasing water during frying and keeps the inside melting. Drain on a wire rack Placing the fried flowers on a wire rack allows the steam to disperse and the surface to retain its crunch. Frequently Asked Questions Can I make the pastella without rice flour? Yes, you can use only wheat flour, although you will lose some extra crunchiness. Is it better to use salt-cured or oil-packed anchovies? Both work, but if they are salt-cured, rinse them slightly to control the salt level. Can I stuff them with other ingredients? Of course, try ricotta and herbs, chopped ham, or even saut\u00e9ed vegetables. Can they be prepared in advance? You can assemble them and keep them in the fridge, but fry them just before serving to maintain the crunch. Related recipes you will love Gratinated vegetables with spinach cream: simple and tasty oven-baked appetizer. :contentReference Pasta e ceci Roman-style: the traditional comforting pasta with chickpeas recipe. :contentReference Pasta alla carbonara: the classic debate between guanciale and pecorino in its most authentic version. :contentReference Enjoy your stuffed zucchini flowers! This Roman appetizer proves that with humble ingredients and some trattoria tricks, you can surprise everyone. Tell me in the comments how yours turned out and share your photo on Instagram by tagging me. If you liked it, subscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on Instagram for more authentic Italian recipes. Enjoy your meal! Fried zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella Crispy appetizer with zucchini flowers stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella, coated in a light batter and fried to perfection DishAppetizer CuisineItalian Preparation time15 minutes Cooking time8 minutes Total time53 minutes Servings10 pieces Calories220 kcal AuthorMia Villar Raurich Tagsauthentic, Roman Ingredients 10 zucchini flowers 10 anchovy fillets 200 g well-drained mozzarella 125 g wheat flour 60 g rice flour 250 ml very cold sparkling water 1 pinch of salt Seed oil for frying 10 fresh basil leaves optional Instructions Clean the zucchini flowers by removing the pistils and any impurities Drain the mozzarella in a colander for 30 minutes Mix both flours with the salt and sparkling water, whisking until smooth Let the batter rest for 30 minutes in the refrigerator Stuff each flower with an anchovy fillet and a piece of mozzarella Fry the flowers at 175\u2013180 \u00b0C until golden and drain on a wire rack Garnish with 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