Zucchini boats
Description
The recipe won't take much time. A friendly gathering or a romantic evening will be nicely complemented by this dish. Recipe, serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Choose young zucchini, in which the seeds are barely visible. Wash them and cut in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the flesh with a spoon, creating a boat-like shape.
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Step 2
Prepare the filling: peel the carrots and onion, chop the onion into small pieces, and grate the carrots on a coarse grater. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and sauté the onion until translucent. Add the carrots, cover with a lid, and simmer over low heat for about five minutes.
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Step 3
Now add the ground meat.
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Step 4
Next, add the tomato cubes, chopped herbs, spices, and salt. Mix everything and simmer for about ten minutes.
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Step 5
Bring water to a boil and immerse the zucchini in it for about three minutes. Grease a baking sheet with vegetable oil and place the zucchini boats on it. Fill them with the stuffing, preferably together with the juice. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the zucchini for 15–20 minutes. As soon as the zucchini are cooked through, remove the baking sheet and sprinkle the dish with grated cheese.
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Step 6
Place the tray back in the oven for about ten minutes, until the cheese melts. Then remove it and let the zucchinis cool slightly.