"Squash blossoms are a great ingredient because they need no prep,"
"I pull mine right off the plant and give them a quick clean, then store them in damp paper towels in the fridge."
"I personally like buying medium-sized squash blossoms, which I find hold their shape better than large ones, whose petals can get a little flimsy,"
"The best thing to look for is wilting petals, those squash blossoms have probably been off the plant for a few days and aren't going to be the best ones to use."
Squash and zucchini plants produce bright yellow squash blossoms that are easy to cook and versatile in many recipes. Blossoms need minimal preparation: pull them from the plant, give a quick clean, and store in damp paper towels in the refrigerator. When buying, choose medium-sized blossoms for better shape and avoid ones with wilting petals that indicate age. Squash blossoms can be used as garnishes, fried appetizers, stuffed, or incorporated into soups, salads, quesadillas, fritti, and pies for an elegant touch and varied flavor profiles.
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