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Zucchini Lecso
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Zucchini Lecso

60 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Homemade winter preserve. Below I will tell you more in detail. Serve at the table or store in the pantry.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all the ingredients. Wash all the vegetables in advance and pat them dry.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Peel the carrots and cut into matchsticks; slice the yellow onion into half-moons; cut the bell pepper and zucchini into sticks. Peel the garlic and press through a garlic press or grate on a fine grater.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Score a cross on the tomatoes, dip them in boiling water for a couple of minutes. Then rinse under cold water. Peel the tomatoes and remove the cores.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Dice the tomatoes and blend until smooth and uniform.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Add the onion and carrot. Sauté until golden, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Add the zucchini and bell pepper. Season with salt, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes over medium heat.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Then pour in the tomato purée. Add the sugar and garlic. Simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Step 8

    Add the vinegar and cook for another 5 minutes.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Step 9

    Pack the hot lecho into clean sterilized jars.

  10. 10

    Step 10

    Step 10

    Turn upside down, wrap in a towel, and leave until completely cooled. After that, the preparation can be stored in a cool place.

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    Step 11

    Step 11

    Zucchini lecho is ready — enjoy your meal!