ZACUSCA
This is a versatile recipe that my friend Alexandrina gave to me. I adored this recipe from the first time I tried it. It is a Romanian recipe that she brought back from her homeland. It can be served as an appetizer on crackers, as a lunch on bagette or it can be served with pasta as an evening meal. She makes it at harvest time (August/September) and in a large quantity to freeze for future use. According to her, it isn't quite the same when made in small batches!
Provided by Kim A. Heaphy
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h
Yield 35 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chop and boil tomatoes then strain to remove skins.
- On a barbeque, roast the eggplants and bell peppers whole, set aside to cool. Once cooled, peel and drain them. Remove the core and all seeds from the peppers and then julienne them.
- Chop the eggplants.
- Sauté the chopped onions in the oil until softened. Add the chopped eggplants, julienne peppers and bell peppers, as well as the juice from 4 kg boiled and strained tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste).
- Cool and package into useable sizes.
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Natasha Chibz
[email protected]This zacusca is way too oily for my taste. I had to drain it before I could eat it.
Ruth Moloto
[email protected]I was really disappointed with this zacusca. The flavors were bland and the texture was mushy.
Dauda Jonathan
[email protected]I'm not sure what all the fuss is about. This zacusca is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not amazing either.
Ximena Velasquez
[email protected]This zacusca is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.
Red Walls
[email protected]I love the versatility of this zacusca recipe. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste preferences.
Nasrinjaved Nasrinjaved
[email protected]This zacusca is a great way to add some variety to your meals. It's a delicious and healthy dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.
Rana Maan
[email protected]I've never had zacusca before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I'll definitely be making again.
Fun Shutt
[email protected]This zacusca is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a delicious and unique dish that everyone will love.
Prince Sojol
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this zacusca. The flavors are so well-balanced.
Mst.Khadija Khatun
[email protected]This zacusca is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a very affordable dish to make.
Ijaz Bajwa
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of the roasted vegetables in this zacusca. It's a really unique and delicious dish.
Shanawar Ali
[email protected]This is the best zacusca I've ever had. It's so flavorful and delicious. I can't wait to make it again.
Martha Abib
[email protected]I've made this zacusca several times now and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it. It's the perfect appetizer or side dish.
Sime Islam
[email protected]This zacusca recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of roasted eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes. It's the perfect fall dish.