Zucchini Puffs
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Making zucchini logs is very easy, and the result is tender, juicy, and delicious! If you use turkey, rabbit, or chicken mince, replace mayonnaise with natural yogurt, and choose low-fat cheese or omit it altogether, you'll get a healthy diet dish suitable for both adults and children. Keep this recipe in mind—you can serve it right away.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Cut the zucchini into pieces about 5 cm wide. If the skin is tough, it's better to peel it off.
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Step 3
Using a teaspoon, remove the flesh from each sliced zucchini. The thinner the walls, the better. Do not touch the bottom to prevent the juice from leaking out during cooking. You should end up with "cups" like these. Keep the flesh, as it will be needed later.
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Step 4
Heat oil in a skillet. Add grated carrots and diced onions.
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Step 5
Sauté the vegetables until soft, then add half of the finely chopped zucchini pulp. Add salt and spices to taste.
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Step 6
Simmer everything together for a few minutes.
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Step 7
Then remove from heat and add the minced meat. Mix everything until smooth. The filling is ready.
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Step 8
Rub the zucchini with salt. You can place 1 tablespoon of sour cream at the bottom, then fill the "cups" with minced meat and place them in a greased baking dish.
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Step 9
On top of the filling, place tomato slices. Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 10
Brush the tomatoes with mayonnaise and sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake the dish in the oven at 180 degrees for about 40-50 minutes.
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Step 11
Zucchini fritters are ready.
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Step 12
Serve the dish on its own or with any side dish.