Fried Zucchini Flowers

Often referred to as ‘shoodeals’ (at least that’s what it sounds like), these fried zucchini flowers are delicious no matter what you call them. Nobody I know, that is fluent in Italian or right off the boat, has ever heard anything close to this recipe or name. So, I chalk this all up to a unique family food.

This is an absolutely delicious summer treat, crispy, tasty and totally unique!
Ingredients

24 male zucchini flowers (with stems)

4 cups cold-pressed peanut or grape seed oil

2 cups flour seasoned with salt and pepper

Salt to taste

Gently remove the pistol from each flower and cut the stems to about 1 inch. Make sure the blossoms are dry before proceeding any further.
Blend water and

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