1000 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT
 (203) 562-3888
 

"A Vegetarian Restaurant Since 1975" 

We are thrilled and honored to announce our inclusion in the following exclusive publications:
Best Restaurants in New England The Michelin Green Guide to New England
September issue of Yankee Magazine Connecticut Magazine Best of winner in two categories
Of course, we have our splendid staff and our loyal customers to thank for our continued success. We are forever grateful to you all.

(c) 2005-6 Claire Criscuolo, RN


Squash Blossom and Zucchini Pancakes

Makes about 32 little pancakes

2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder salt and pepper
3 eggs, I use organic
1 cup water
10-12 fresh squash blossoms, rinsed, stem and pistil trimmed, coarsely chopped
1 small zucchini, diced 1/4 cup finely chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
4-6 leaves fresh basil, torn grated zest from 1 lemon

1/2 cup olive oil for frying, we use Spectrum Naturals olive oil at Claire's

Measure the flour, baking powder, and a little salt and pepper into a large bowl. Whisk to combine. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture all at once, using a rubber spatula to scrape out the bowl. Stir to combine. Add the squash blossoms, zucchini, parsley, basil, and lemon zest. Stir to combine. Line a cookie sheet with a triple layer of paper towels and set it by your stove. Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drop heaping tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, fitting as many as you can without overcrowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the undersides are medium golden brown. Turn and cook the other sides for about 2 minutes, or until medium golden brown. Transfer to the paper towel lined cookie sheet. Continue frying the remaining batter, heating additional oil as needed. Serve hot, at room temperature, or chilled.