Brazilian recipe
Grilled Zucchini with Lemon (Abobrinha grelhada com limão)
Grilled zucchini with lemon is a classic side dish, prized for its simplicity, freshness, and quick preparation time.
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Ingredients
1 zucchini
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 tsp coriander seeds
Olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 tsp coriander seeds
Olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh zucchini and lemons at local wet markets (palengke) or the produce section of any major supermarket. Coriander seeds are often available in the spice aisle of grocery stores or at specialty herb shops.
Preparation method
- Wash the zucchini skin thoroughly under running water using a vegetable brush.
- Dry it using a clean kitchen towel.
- Trim off and discard the ends.
- Cut the zucchini crosswise to separate the thicker part from the thinner end.
- Slice the thick part in half lengthwise and cut each half into three strips to create sticks.
- Divide the thin part crosswise so that all pieces have a similar size.
- Cut each of these pieces into four parts.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil and place the zucchini pieces with the cut side facing down.
- Grill for about 2 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Lightly crush the coriander seeds in a mortar and pestle to release their aroma.
- Flip the sticks using tongs to brown the opposite side.
- Add the coriander seeds, season with salt, and add a little more olive oil.
- Sauté for another 1 minute until the zucchini is tender and seasoned.
- Finish by turning off the heat and stirring in the lemon juice.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
This dish highlights the natural flavor of zucchini with a zesty, aromatic citrus twist, making it a light and healthy choice for daily meals.
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