Name: Fried Dandelion Blossoms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 cups freshly harvested dandelion crowns; 1 Tbsp Sea salt; 2 Tbsp Pennsylvania Pepper blend seasoning; 2 Tbsp Black Truffle and Garlic seasoning; 1/4 stick of real butter; 1 large egg; 3 or 4 Tbsp of Roasted Chile and Garlic EVOO; 1 Cup All purpose flour

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Fried Dandelion Nuggets

You read it right, Dandelions! Those pesky weeds in your lawn are delicious and packed with all sorts of nutrients. Just give them a quick fry and enjoy. They’re flavor is reminiscent of fried Cauliflower.

Amount Per Serving: 8
Calories		625.14 kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39.12 g		60%
	Saturated Fat 11.66 g	55%
	Trans Fat 0.01 g
Cholesterol 123.37 mg		41%
Sodium 439.63 mg		18.3%
Total Carbohydrate 58.71 g		19.3%
	Dietary Fiber 4.61 g	16%
	Sugars
Protein 12.04 g

Vitamin A 427.63 µg		Vitamin C 20.31 mg
Calcium 217.72 mg		Iron 8.29 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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The great advantage of dandelions is their availability and easy identification. Find meadows or areas that have not been treated with pesticide and wild foragers. Also, watch out for places that are near roads as they can pick up pollution or pathways where many dogs or cats visit.

Forage on a sunny day when the blossoms are wide open and are not wet from previous days rain. Ideally, when you bring the blossoms home you should start to prepare them immediately.

Don’t wash them unless you’re not sure that they aren’t contaminated in some way as the pollen is the ingredient with a great taste and smell. Make sure they are bug free though. In this recipe, the Dandelions we elected to rinse them off first.

Avoid any bitterness by removing the bitter tasting green receptacle at the base of the flower. You can cut it off with scissors or a paring knife.

Health Benefits of Dandelions

Dandelion greens can be eaten cooked or raw and are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K. They also contain vitamin E, folate, and small amounts of other B vitamins. Dandelion greens provide a substantial amount of several minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. The root of the dandelion is rich in the carbohydrate inulin, a type of soluble fiber found in plants that supports the growth and maintenance of healthy gut bacteria in your digestive tract.

Fried Dandelion Blossoms

This recipe was submitted by Shannon Schuler as a part of our Recipe Sweepstakes promotion. They are a great snack, side dish or even an appetizer when served with a dipping sauce. Their flavor is similar to fried cauliflower and are very easy to prepare.

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Serving Size

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Ingredients

2 cups freshly harvested dandelion crowns
1 Tbsp Sea salt
2 Tbsp Pennsylvania Pepper blend seasoning
2 Tbsp Black Truffle and Garlic seasoning
1/4 stick of real butter
1 large egg
3 or 4 Tbsp of Roasted Chile and Garlic EVOO
1 Cup All purpose flour

Notes

If you're confident that your blossoms are free from bugs and pesticides, you can skip soaking them. Dandelion petals are typically coated in pollen which adds a nice sweetness.
The green stem and leaves tend to be bitter, you can trim them off if you prefer although there are many nutrients to be had in them.

Instructions

Prepare the Dandelions

Harvest Dandelions ( be sure not to harvest in any areas sprayed with chemicals or pesticides)
Soak dandelions in 2 cups warm water and add Sea salt, soak for 10 minutes to removes any little hitch hikers that may have scored a ride, lol

Start Cooking

Drain dandelions and place on a paper towel, blot dry.
Add Pennsylvania Pepper and Black Truffle with Garlic seasoning to your flour, and fluff to mix
Whip the egg in a separate bowl, and add dandelion.
Gently roll the egg coated dandelion pieces in the seasoned flour, and set aside on a plate to rest.
Preheat a medium skillet, and melt your butter, as well as adding the Roasted Garlic and Chile oil to your skillet.
When your skillet is hot, and butter liquefied, add your dandelion pieces.
Using a spatula, keep flipping the dandelions until they are golden brown.
Remove from heat, and that's it!
Enjoy your little nature nuggets 🙂

Calories

625

26%

Fat

39 g

60%

Saturated

11 g

55%

Carbs

58 g

19%

Protein

12 g

Fiber

4.6 g

16%

Sodium

439 mg

18%

Trans fat

0.0 g

Cholesterol

123 mg

41%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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