12 - 18 zucchini flowers
3 eggs
1/2 c. grated cheese
1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. baking powder
salt, pepper and garlic powder, to taste
2 tsp. minced parsley
Lemon zest
Vegetable oil
Gently wash flowers and remove the stem and pistil from inside.
Heat oil in a frying pan.
Whisk together eggs, flour, baking powder, water and seasoning.
Dip flowers in batter and fry in hot oil for one minute on each side.
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.