Brazilian recipe
Oven-baked stuffed baby marrows: a quick and tasty recipe (Abobrinhas recheadas ao forno: uma receita prática e saborosa)
Transform simple baby marrows into an irresistible, sophisticated side dish using the microwave for speed and a mouth-watering seasoned bread filling.
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Ingredients
2 medium baby marrows
1 garlic clove, crushed
4 teaspoons margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt to taste
1 garlic clove, crushed
4 teaspoons margarine
60g bread, cubed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh baby marrows in the produce section of local supermarkets like Pick n Pay or OK Foods. Pantry staples like margarine, bread, and seasonings are available in the dry goods aisles.
Preparation method
- Cut the baby marrows in half lengthwise
- Place them inside a microwave-safe plastic bag
- Microwave on high power for 6 minutes
- Carefully remove from the microwave and allow to cool slightly
- Scoop out the flesh using a spoon and chop it finely
- Set the hollowed-out skins aside to serve as the base for your filling
- In a microwave-safe dish, melt the margarine and sauté the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes
- Stir in the chopped pulp, bread cubes, oregano, and salt
- Mix all the filling ingredients gently
- Distribute the mixture evenly over the reserved skins
- Arrange the stuffed baby marrows in a baking dish
- Microwave for an additional 2 minutes on high power to finish
- Serve immediately, topping with grated cheese if desired
Observations
This recipe is a fantastic choice for those seeking a quick, light, and flavourful vegetarian option. The secret lies in blending 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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