Fried Dandelion

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min

Crispy fried dandelion flowers with a golden coating offer a unique, mushroom-like flavor perfect for adventurous eaters and those seeking a seasonal, plant-based snack.

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Ingredients

  • yellow flowers of dandelions
  • cornmeal

Instructions

  1. Soak the yellow flowers of dandelions in salt water for 15 minutes.
  2. Rinse the flowers well.
  3. Coat the flowers in cornmeal.
  4. Deep fry the coated flowers until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

100 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 1.4g 2% DV
Carbs 19.2g 7% DV
Fiber 2.2g 8% DV
Sugar 0.5g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1.8mg
Potassium 98.3mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 1.3mg
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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