STUFFED ZUCCHINI /SQUASH

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My grandmother from Jordan used to fix this dish for us when I was a little girl (she called it Cousa.) My mother learned how to make it and then taught me. It's easy and makes a good use of the many zucchinis and squash that are coming out of the garden this time of year.

Provided by deedlebug1012

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 whole green zucchini (6-8 inches)
1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb lean ground lamb
1 cup white rice
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon curry powder (to taste)
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add raw meat, water, rice, and add spices. Mix with hands until well blended. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  • Cut the top off each zucchini and carefully hollow out each one. Be careful not to break the edges. (I use an apple corer) Keep the end in-tact so that you have a tube.
  • Stuff each zucchini with meat filling, leaving a little room for the rice to expand. (If you over stuff them, they will break when cooking). Layer in a large pot. Pour tomato sauce over the top. Fill can of sauce with water and pour water over the top until the zucchinis are covered. Squeeze lemon juice over the top. Place a plate on top if necessary to keep zucchini covered with liquid. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Immediately turn down the stove and let simmer for 2-4 hours, until zucchini are tender and rice is cooked.
  • Serve with salad or with seasoned rice (pilaf is good).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.8, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 1196.1, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 14.3, Protein 18.7

Ad kanju
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Can't wait to try this recipe!


St louis Edmomd
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Yum!


Matthew Davenport
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This recipe was easy to follow and the zucchini turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Jorge Caquias
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This recipe is delicious! The zucchini is cooked perfectly and the filling is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tintswalo Ubisi
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I love this recipe! The zucchini is so tender and the filling is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eluja Nepal
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The zucchini is hidden in the filling and the kids love it. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Ammar Riaz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the zucchini turned out great. The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nabin Gurung
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The zucchini is always cooked perfectly and the filling is so flavorful. I love that it's a healthy and delicious meal.


Tushemerirwe Hadijja
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. The filling is simple to make and the zucchini cooks quickly. The result is a delicious and healthy meal.


Wasif Siddique
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The stuffing was so flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Maria Mena
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This stuffed zucchini squash recipe is a winner! The filling is flavorful and savory, and the zucchini is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.