Pan-Seared Pumpkin Blossom

March 23, 2025 15 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

320 kcal
Calories
22g
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
Recipe Hot Dishes
Pan-Seared Pumpkin Blossom

Indulge in the delicate flavors of Stuffed Pumpkin Flowers, a unique and savory dish that combines tender pumpkin blossoms with juicy minced pork and a spicy chili-egg sauce. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of pumpkin flowers, stuffed with a flavorful mix of pork seasoned with ginger, scallions, and spices. The blossoms are lightly coated in a fluffy egg white batter and fried to perfection, creating a crisp yet tender texture. A rich, aromatic sauce made with minced chili peppers and scrambled egg yolks adds a bold, spicy kick, tying all the flavors together. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience. Try this dish for a taste of seasonal freshness with a satisfying umami twist!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Secondary Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

0% Complete
1
Step 1
Rinse the pumpkin flowers and remove excess water. Only the flowers and a small amount of tender stems are needed.
Step 1
2
Step 2
Cut the pork into small pieces and then mince it. Do not over-mince the meat. Mix the minced meat with salt, pepper, chicken essence, ginger, and scallions. Stuff the minced meat into the pumpkin flowers.
Step 2
3
Step 3
Mince the chili peppers and squeeze out excess water. Mix cornstarch with water in a bowl until it forms a smooth paste. Add egg whites and mix until stiff peaks form.
Step 3
4
Step 4
Heat a wok with oil, then coat the pumpkin flowers with the egg mixture and fry over low heat. Flip the pumpkin flowers frequently to cook the egg mixture evenly. Remove the pumpkin flowers from the wok and set aside.
Step 4
5
Step 5
Heat more oil in the wok, add the minced chili peppers, and stir-fry over low heat until fragrant. Push the chili peppers to one side of the wok, add more oil, and pour in the egg yolks. Scramble the egg yolks until they are cooked and fragrant. Mix the egg yolks with the chili peppers, add water, and stir-fry until the sauce thickens. Add the pumpkin flowers and stir-fry until they are well coated with the sauce.
Step 5

Reviews

0.0
(0 reviews)
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this recipe!