Brazilian recipe
Oven-baked stuffed zucchini: a quick and tasty recipe (Abobrinhas recheadas ao forno: uma receita prática e saborosa)
Turn simple zucchini into a sophisticated and irresistible side dish, using the microwave for speed and a savory bread stuffing that melts in your mouth.
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Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tsp margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tsp margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce like zucchini and garlic at local greengrocers or market stalls such as City Park or Naivasha Road markets. Bread and margarine are widely available at supermarkets like Naivas, Carrefour, or QuickMart. For the bread, any standard white or whole-wheat loaf works perfectly.
Preparation method
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise.
- Place them in a food-safe plastic bag.
- Microwave on high power for 6 minutes.
- Remove carefully from the microwave and let them cool slightly.
- Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and chop it finely.
- Keep the hollowed skins aside to use as the base for the filling.
- In a microwave-safe dish, melt the margarine and sauté the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the chopped zucchini flesh, bread cubes, oregano, and salt.
- Gently mix all the filling ingredients together.
- Spoon the filling into the reserved zucchini skins.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis in a microwave-safe dish.
- 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 combining the scooped-out flesh with the crunch of seasoned bread, resulting in a nutritious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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