Brazilian recipe
Oven-Baked Stuffed Courgettes: A Quick and Savory Recipe (Abobrinhas recheadas ao forno)
Turn humble courgettes into a sophisticated and irresistible side dish, using the microwave for speed and a seasoned breadcrumb filling that melts in your mouth.
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Ingredients
2 medium-sized courgettes
1 garlic clove, minced
4 tsp margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
1 garlic clove, minced
4 tsp margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh courgettes and basic pantry staples at any local Ghanaian market or grocery store. If you have trouble finding standard white bread for the cubes, toasted sourdough or fresh baguettes make excellent, slightly crustier substitutes.
Preparation method
- Slice the courgettes in half lengthways.
- Place them in a food-safe plastic bag.
- Microwave on high power for 6 minutes.
- Remove carefully from the microwave and allow to cool slightly.
- Scoop out the pulp using a spoon and chop it finely.
- Set the courgette shells aside to serve as the base for the filling.
- In a microwave-safe dish, melt the margarine and brown the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the chopped pulp, bread cubes, oregano, and salt.
- Mix all the filling ingredients gently.
- Distribute the filling into the reserved shells.
- Arrange the stuffed courgettes in a baking dish or tray.
- Microwave for another 2 minutes on high power to finish.
- Serve immediately, topping with grated cheese if desired.
Observations
This recipe is an excellent choice for those looking for a quick, light, and flavor-packed vegetarian option. The secret lies in blending the scooped-out pulp with the crunch of bread, resulting in a nutritious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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