Brazilian recipe
Oven-Baked Stuffed Zucchini (Abobrinhas recheadas ao forno)
Turn simple zucchinis into an elegant, irresistible side dish, using the microwave for speed and a seasoned bread filling that melts in your mouth.
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Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 teaspoons margarine
60 g bread, cut into cubes
1/2 teaspoon oregano
Salt to taste
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 teaspoons margarine
60 g bread, cut into cubes
1/2 teaspoon oregano
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Look for zucchini in the produce section, margarine and butter in the dairy aisle, breadcrumbs or sliced bread in the bakery section, and oregano and salt in the spices and seasoning aisle. If needed, use a small kitchen-safe plastic bag suitable for microwave cooking.
Preparation method
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise
- Place them in a plastic bag suitable for cooking use
- Microwave on high for 6 minutes
- Carefully remove from the microwave and let cool slightly
- Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and chop it finely
- Set aside the shells, which will serve as the base for the filling
- In a baking dish, melt the margarine and brown the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes
- Add the chopped flesh, the bread cubes, the oregano and the salt
- Gently mix all the filling ingredients
- Spoon the filling over the reserved shells
- Arrange the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish
- Return to the microwave for another 2 minutes on high to finish
- Serve immediately, and add grated cheese on top if you like
Observations
This recipe is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a quick, light, and flavourful vegetarian option. The secret lies in preparing the flesh with the crunch of bread, resulting in a nourishing dish that pleases everyone at the table.
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