el torito squash blossom rellenos
El Torito Squash Blossom Rellenos Source: El Torito Executive Chef Pepe Lopez 6 baby zucchini blossoms 6 1/2-inch strips queso fresco cheese Batter 6 egg whites 2 tablespoons all-p...
Ingredients
- 6baby zucchini blossoms
- 61/2-inch strips queso fresco cheese
- 6egg whites
- 2tablespoonall-purpose flour
- 3egg yolks
Directions
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El Torito Squash Blossom Rellenos Source: El Torito Executive Chef Pepe Lopez 6 baby zucchini blossoms 6 1/2-inch strips queso fresco cheese
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Make the batter: Whip egg whites until stiff and soft peaks form, approximately 3 minutes
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Add flour to whipped egg whites and continue whipping until flour is incorporated, approximately 30 seconds
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Add egg yolks and mix just until yolks are incorporated and batter is uniform in color, approximately 45 seconds
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Stuff zucchini blossoms with cheese strips
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Dip stuffed blossoms in batter and deep fry at 350 degrees F for approximately 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning as needed
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Remove from oil, drain well and hold hot for service or cover and cool
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Reheat in microwave before serving