Lebanese stuffed zucchini recipe

Name: Lebanese stuffed zucchini recipe - Laurentia L.
Ingredients: 15 small zucchinis or courgettes; 250 g minced beef; 1 and a half cups of rice; 1 small onion; 1 tomato; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 7 spices; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 cup tomato juice or 2; 3 tablespoons of tomato paste; 2; 3 tablespoons oil.

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Mahshi Kousa – Lebanese Stuffed Zucchini If you are looking for a delicious and aromatic recipe, Mahshi Kousa is the perfect choice. This traditional Lebanese recipe for stuffed zucchini combines fresh and flavorful ingredients, offering an unforgettable culinary experience. Moreover, it is a simple and quick recipe, ideal for a family dinner or to impress guests. Below, I will present the necessary steps to prepare this tasty dish, sharing some useful tips as well. Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour and 30 minutes Number of servings: 4 Ingredients: - 4 small zucchinis (preferably zucchini) - 300 g minced meat (beef or lamb, according to preference) - 100 g rice (preferably basmati or long-grain rice) - 1 large onion, finely chopped - 2 large tomatoes, chopped (or 200 g canned tomatoes) - 2 tablespoons tomato paste - 1 teaspoon cinnamon - 1 teaspoon salt - ½ teaspoon black pepper - 3 cloves of garlic, chopped - 4 tablespoons olive oil - 1 l meat broth or water - Fresh parsley for garnish Preparation: 1. Prepare the zucchinis: Wash the zucchinis and cut off the ends. Use a knife or a special spoon to scoop out the flesh, being careful not to pierce them. The flesh can be kept to add to the filling. 2. Prepare the filling: In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden. Add the minced meat and cook until browned. Incorporate the rice, zucchini flesh, garlic, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let simmer for a few minutes until the rice absorbs the flavors. 3. Stuff the zucchinis: Use a spoon to fill each zucchini with the meat and rice mixture. Do not overfill the zucchinis, as the rice will expand during cooking. 4. Cook the zucchinis: In a large pot, add the remaining olive oil and place the stuffed zucchinis. Pour in the meat broth or water, ensuring the liquid reaches halfway up the zucchinis. Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender. 5. Serving: Once the zucchinis are ready, you can serve them warm, sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley. Mahshi Kousa can be accompanied by Greek yogurt or a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers for an extra touch of freshness. Practical tips: - You can experiment with the filling by adding spices like cumin or sweet paprika for a personal touch. - If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can replace the meat with mushrooms or lentils. - Make sure the zucchinis are of uniform size to cook evenly. Mahshi Kousa is more than just a simple recipe for stuffed zucchini; it is a true explosion of flavors that blends Lebanese tradition with Mediterranean tastes. Taste this delicacy and let yourself be carried away on an unforgettable culinary journey!

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Cut the stems off the zucchinis and scoop out the insides with the tool above, rotating until all the pulp is removed. Be very careful not to puncture the walls of the zucchinis! Rinse with cold water and drain slightly. I do not sauté anything! I mix the meat with the washed rice, diced tomato, and finely chopped onion. I add salt, pepper, 3 tablespoons of oil, and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste. I mix well until homogeneous, then fill the zucchinis with this mixture. In a pot, put 2 tablespoons of oil, arrange the zucchinis nicely, pour in the tomato juice or tomato paste, and add enough water to cover them. Cook over medium heat. Serve with yogurt. The Mahshi Kousa recipe was proposed by elena_antony on the recipe forum. Other zucchini recipes can be found here: Stuffed zucchinis with soy and rice, Zucchini soup (Lenten), Gratinated zucchinis.

Lebanese stuffed zucchini recipe

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