LEBANESE STUFFED ZUCCHINI
Steps:
- Hollow out each zucchini, working from both ends with a small melon-ball cutter or an apple corer, removing all seeds and leaving shells about 1/3 inch thick. Discard pulp and seeds.
- Wash rice in several changes of cold water in a bowl until water runs almost clear, then drain in a sieve. Heat oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion, stirring, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute, then remove skillet from heat.
- Transfer 1/4 cup onion mixture to a bowl and cool slightly. Add rice, meat, allspice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and mix well with your hands. Stuff zucchini shells with meat mixture, being careful not to pack tightly (rice will expand during cooking).
- Add tomatoes with juice, stock, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper to onion in skillet and bring to a simmer. Put stuffed zucchini in tomato sauce and simmer, covered, until rice is cooked through, 1 to 1 1/4 hours (cut 1 zucchini in half crosswise to check).
- If sauce is watery, transfer zucchini to a plate and boil sauce, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes, then return zucchini to sauce. Squeeze lemon over dish before serving.
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abel moses
[email protected]This dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably won't make it again.
Minty R6
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this dish turned out terrible. The zucchini was tough and the filling was dry. I will not be making this again.
Pankaj Mehra
[email protected]This recipe was a fail. The zucchini was mushy and the filling was tasteless. I would not recommend this recipe.
Yasin kutabe
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland. I think I should have added more spices to the filling.
Michael “Mike” Keck
[email protected]This was an interesting dish. The flavors were unique and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely try it again.
Radhika Neupane
[email protected]This dish was a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavors were still good. I would try it again with less oil.
Mohammed Musthapa
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The stuffed zucchini was delicious and the tomato sauce was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Peter Williams
[email protected]Loved this recipe! The zucchini was so tender and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Asad Ali Hashmi
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I especially liked the crispy topping. I would definitely make this again!
Janzeeb Shinwari
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The zucchini was actually quite delicious, and the filling was very flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.
Khizar Abbas
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I should have added more spices to the filling. However, the zucchini was cooked perfectly, and the tomato sauce was flavorful. Overall, it was a good dish, but I would make some adjustments next ti
MD Nazmul hossen
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is amazing, and the zucchini cooks up so tender. I love that this recipe is also relatively healthy, as it's low in fat and calories. It's a great dish
John Charles Nuwagaba
[email protected]This was my first time making Lebanese stuffed zucchini, and I'm so glad I tried it! The dish was absolutely delicious, and my family loved it. The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were well worth the effort. I will definitely be making thi
KuroAri58 Dg
[email protected]I made this dish last night, and it was a delicious success! The zucchini was tender and perfectly cooked, and the filling was savory and flavorful. My only complaint is that it was a bit too oily for my taste, so next time I'll try draining the fill
Kiya Neba
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved it, and I received so many compliments on my cooking. The stuffed zucchini was so flavorful and juicy, and the tangy tomato sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this a
Mobby Musonda
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a bit more garlic next time, as I love the garlicky flavor in Middle Eastern cuisine. Other than that, this recipe is a keeper! Thanks for sharing!
Ayxan GM
[email protected]Wow, this dish was surprisingly easy to make, considering how amazing it tasted! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, and the zucchini was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the crispy topping, which added a nice textural contrast to the
Godwin asukwo
[email protected]My oh my, this Lebanese stuffed zucchini dish was an absolute delight! It's a symphony of flavors that dances on your palate, leaving you craving more. The succulent zucchini, the savory filling of rice and minced meat, and the aromatic spices all co