Salmon with stuffed zucchini flowers
Ingredients: for 2 people: zucchini flowers 12 pcs, mozzarella, 4 anchovies, 2 slices of salmon, garlic powder, 4 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 tablespoons oil, sesame seeds.
To prepare a delicious and refined recipe with stuffed zucchini flowers, we will start by ensuring we have all the necessary ingredients at hand and that we prepare a clean workspace. First, carefully wash the zucchini flowers, keeping in mind that they are extremely delicate. It is important to handle them gently to avoid damaging them. After washing, carefully remove the pistil and the small green petals near the stem. This step is essential to create a delicious and harmonious filling.
Next, fill each flower with a cube of fresh mozzarella, which will add a special creaminess, and a quarter of an anchovy, which will provide a savory and umami flavor. After filling the flowers, gently twist their tops to seal them, ensuring that the filling does not leak during baking. Place the stuffed flowers on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure they do not overlap.
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the tray with the stuffed flowers inside. Let them bake for 20-25 minutes until they become golden and crispy on the outside.
Meanwhile, we can prepare a delicious seasoning for the fish. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, which is very salty, so be careful with the amount, olive oil, garlic powder, and sesame seeds. Mix all the ingredients well to obtain a homogeneous marinade. Let the fish, preferably white fish fillets, marinate in this sauce for a few minutes, turning it on both sides to absorb all the flavors.
Prepare another tray with parchment paper and place the fish, trying to "stick" the sesame seeds well to its surface to achieve a crispy and flavorful crust. Put the tray in the oven and let the fish bake for 15-20 minutes. After 10 minutes, carefully turn it over to brown evenly on both sides.
Once the zucchini flowers are ready and the fish is perfectly cooked, serve them together, presenting them on a beautiful platter. The delicate flavors of the zucchini flowers stuffed with mozzarella and anchovy, alongside the sesame fish, will create a memorable meal. Enjoy!
