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Zucca Fritta
Fried Pumpkin
Preparation info
- Serves
4
- Difficulty
Easy
Appears in
Published 1995
Pumpkin is very popular all over Lombardy, especially in the areas near Mantua which have been famous for their pumpkin dishes since the times of the Gonzaga court in the 16th century.
Ingredients
Method
Remove all the seeds from the pumpkin and slice it thickly, removing the skin. Place the slices in a pan, cover with milk, bring to the boil and simmer until soft, but not breaking up. Drain and set aside to cool.
Put the butter in a large pan and begin to melt it slowly. Cover a flat plate with plain flour, and another plate with breadcrumbs and put the beaten eggs in shallow bowl. Dip