Brazilian recipe
Zucchini Appetizer in the Pressure Cooker
A practical and flavorful zucchini appetizer made in the pressure cooker, ideal for serving as a side dish or starter.
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Ingredients
3 zucchinis (about 800 g)
3 cloves of garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon mustard with seeds
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves of garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon mustard with seeds
1/4 cup olive oil
Where to find ingredients
Zucchinis and garlic are widely available in the produce section of most supermarkets. Olive oil can be found in the cooking oil aisle. Mustard with seeds is typically located in the condiments section. Salt is a pantry staple.
Preparation method
- Wash the zucchinis well
- Dry them and remove the ends
- Grate the zucchinis on the coarse side of the grater
- Place the grated vegetable in a sieve or pasta strainer
- Add salt and mix
- Position the sieve over a bowl and let it drain the liquid for 20 minutes
- Peel and finely chop the garlic
- Press the zucchini with your hands to eliminate excess remaining moisture
- Transfer the drained zucchini to the pressure cooker
- Add the chopped garlic
- Add the olive oil and mustard
- Incorporate all ingredients
- Spread the mixture evenly on the bottom of the pot for homogeneous cooking
- Close the pressure cooker and lock the valve
- Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes after it reaches pressure
- Turn off the heat and wait for the natural release of pressure
- Open the pot and transfer the appetizer to a container
- Let it cool at room temperature
- Refrigerate until chilled before serving
Observations
This recipe is a quick and efficient way to prepare a juicy appetizer. The secret is to drain the zucchini well before cooking to ensure the ideal texture.
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