Fried Dandelions. Yup. The yellow flower that turns into a wish!
My Great Grandma--who survived the Great Depression-- taught me when I was a little girl how to create many things from her backyard: corn cob jelly, dandelion green salad, dandelion jelly, and our favorite, fried dandelions.
They are cooked similar to Morel Mushrooms that are common in my area.
First, we gather dandelions! We generally leave plenty for the pollinators, and choose the big fluffy ones!
While I popped the heads off, I also gathered some violets for some tea!
In a container I soaked them in water with a bit of salt-- you can let them soak for 30 minutes (if your in a rush to eat them!) Or over an hour or more!
Drain and gently squeeze out excess water.
Then I tossed in some flour and tossed them around. This is generally when I start a thin layer of oil to heat on the stove. --could possibly use an air fryer but I don't have one.
Placed them face down, and flat. Some you have to push and flatten.
When oil is ready, gently place dandelions. Watch till golden, and then flip.
Scoop out onto paper towel, and lightly sprinkle with salt-- you do not have to salt. There are many times I forget!
Allow them to cool and enjoy!
My Great Grandma--who survived the Great Depression-- taught me when I was a little girl how to create many things from her backyard: corn cob jelly, dandelion green salad, dandelion jelly, and our favorite, fried dandelions.
They are cooked similar to Morel Mushrooms that are common in my area.
First, we gather dandelions! We generally leave plenty for the pollinators, and choose the big fluffy ones!
While I popped the heads off, I also gathered some violets for some tea!
In a container I soaked them in water with a bit of salt-- you can let them soak for 30 minutes (if your in a rush to eat them!) Or over an hour or more!
Drain and gently squeeze out excess water.
Then I tossed in some flour and tossed them around. This is generally when I start a thin layer of oil to heat on the stove. --could possibly use an air fryer but I don't have one.
Placed them face down, and flat. Some you have to push and flatten.
When oil is ready, gently place dandelions. Watch till golden, and then flip.
Scoop out onto paper towel, and lightly sprinkle with salt-- you do not have to salt. There are many times I forget!
Allow them to cool and enjoy!
