Brazilian recipe
Sweet-and-Sour Pan Zucchini
A practical and tasty option, this sweet-and-sour zucchini made in a frying pan brings a perfect balance between fresh herbs and the lightly sweet sauce.
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Ingredients
2 Italian zucchinis
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 sprigs mint
5 sprigs parsley
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 sprigs mint
5 sprigs parsley
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Zucchini, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, mint, parsley, salt, and black pepper can be found in supermarkets, markets, and vegetable stalls in Guyana.
Preparation method
- Wash the zucchinis well and dry them
- Wash and dry the mint and parsley leaves
- Remove the ends of the zucchinis and cut them in half on the diagonal
- Cut each piece in half lengthwise
- Make shallow cuts in the flesh of each slice with the tip of a knife, forming a criss-cross pattern
- In a small bowl, mix the honey with the apple cider vinegar and add a pinch of salt
- Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat
- Add the olive oil and place the zucchinis cut side down
- Let them brown for about 5 minutes
- Turn the slices using tongs
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for 1 more minute
- Lower the heat and cover the frying pan
- Cook for 4 minutes, until the zucchinis are slightly tender
- Pour the vinegar and honey mixture over the zucchinis
- Cook for 1 more minute so the flavours come together
- Finish with the chopped fresh herbs and serve immediately
Observations
This recipe is ideal as a side for meats or to serve as a light appetiser. The quick preparation keeps the zucchini at the right texture.
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