How to Eat Dandelions

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prep your dandelions.

   Trim the flowers from their stems.
   
   Rinse them under cold running water.
   
   Then gently pat them dry with paper towels., First, beat the egg in a small bowl.
   
   Then, in a second bowl, stir to combine the cornmeal, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.
   
   Set these close to the stovetop, with the cornmeal mixture in between your skillet and the egg., Coat the bottom of a large skillet with cooking oil.
   
   Set the burner to medium heat.
   
   Flick some drops of water into the skillet to tell when the oil has heated up (the water should immediately begin to sizzle when the skillet’s ready)., With each flower, dunk it in the egg first.
   
   Then dip it in the cornmeal mixture to coat it evenly.
   
   Next, place it in the skillet.
   
   Fill the pan with as many as you can and cook each for roughly three minutes, or until they turn golden.
   
   Repeat as needed until all have been cooked., Once each batch is cooked, transfer them to paper towels.
   
   Let the towels absorb the excess oil.
   
   Then serve as is while they’re still hot or at room temperature, according to your tastes.Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate.
   
   Eat within the next couple days.
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   Step 2: Make your batter.

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   Step 3: Heat your skillet.

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   Step 4: Dip the flowers in batter and fry them.

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   Step 5: Drain the excess oil and serve.

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