Crispy Fried Dandelions: An Appalachian Springtime Delight

Name: Crispy Fried Dandelions: An Appalachian Springtime Delight
Total time: 30 mins
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons seasoned salt; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 4 eggs; 80 unopened dandelion blossoms, stems removed; 0.5 cup butter

Fried dandelions are a beloved Appalachian tradition, especially in West Virginia. This recipe, passed down from my mom, involves selecting large dandelion flowers (leaving the stems behind), coating them in batter, and frying them in butter. The result is a flavorful dish reminiscent of mushrooms that's simply irresistible!

Total time30 mins
Prep time20 mins
Cook time10 mins
Yield8

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons seasoned salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
4 eggs eggs
80 unopened dandelion blossoms, stems removed
0.5 cup butter

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the flour, seasoned salt, and pepper. Set the mixture aside. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the eggs, then gently stir in the dandelion blossoms until they are fully coated.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Take half of the dandelion blossoms from the egg mixture, allowing any excess egg to drip off. Coat them completely in the flour mixture, then gently toss between your hands to remove any excess flour. Fry the coated dandelions in the melted butter, stirring occasionally, until they turn a beautiful golden brown (about 5 minutes). Place the fried dandelions on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat this process with the remaining dandelion blossoms.

Nutrition

Calories: 266 kcal
Fat Content: 15 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 821 mg
Protein Content: 7 g
Cholesterol Content: 124 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 27 g
Saturated Fat Content: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g