Stuffed zucchini with meat
Description
Not long ago, I found a recipe for meat-stuffed zucchini in a book and decided to treat my family. Now I'm sharing my culinary creations with you.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Where to start? The classic recipe for meat-stuffed zucchinis includes several important steps: at the first stage, you need to prepare all the vegetables (peel and thoroughly wash them), and at the second stage, prepare all the ingredients for baking. So, peel the zucchinis.
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Step 2
2. After that, cut them (as shown in the photo) and remove the core to create space for the filling.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, boil the rice until half-cooked and let it cool. I used long-grain rice, as it works better for this purpose than other types. Mix the cooked rice with herbs and the previously prepared meat mince. If desired, you can bind the mixture with an egg; however, if the rice is well-cooked, it's not necessary (you can simply avoid rinsing it and drain it in a colander to preserve its stickiness).
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Step 4
4. After thoroughly mixing the filling, you can season it with salt and pepper to taste. Next comes the most crucial step... Stuff the zucchini by hand or with a dessert spoon.
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Step 5
5. While you are preparing the filling, you can sauté the onion and carrots until cooked, adding at the end (optional) a tablespoon of tomato paste and a little water.
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Step 6
6. If you want to make a sauce, add a few tablespoons of sour cream along with the tomato paste. This will give the zucchini a delicious flavor and make them more juicy. My family loves this sauce not only with this dish but also with stuffed cabbage rolls. You can also pour it over side dishes.
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7. Simmer over low heat for no more than five minutes, then use the sauce to pour over the prepared "barrels" already placed in the baking dish.
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Step 8
8. Bake the dish for no more than half an hour at 160 degrees. This is the classic recipe for zucchini stuffed with meat that I use at home and recommend to all my loved ones! If you enjoy the combination of cheese with vegetables and meat, you can grate it on a medium grater and carefully place it on top of the zucchini.