To prepare a delicious zucchini gratin, start by peeling the zucchinis, making sure to remove any traces of impurity. Once peeled, grate them on a large-hole grater to achieve a fine and even texture. In a large bowl, add the grated zucchinis and combine them with beaten eggs and cottage cheese or feta, which will provide a rich and creamy flavor. Don’t forget to add the rice, which will contribute to the consistency of the dish, along with cornmeal, which will add a touch of crunchiness.
The next step is to add the crushed garlic, which will bring an extra flavor, as well as the crushed coriander, which will provide a note of freshness. Next, finely chop the parsley or dill, depending on your preferences, and incorporate it into the mixture. Mix all the ingredients well to obtain a homogeneous composition. Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring that the dish will be well-flavored. Finally, incorporate the oil, which will help achieve a delicate texture and prevent sticking.
Prepare a heat-resistant dish that you will grease with oil and line with cornmeal or breadcrumbs to achieve a crispy crust. Pour the zucchini mixture into the prepared dish and level the surface with a spatula. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal or breadcrumbs on top, which will create a golden and appetizing crust during baking.
In another bowl, beat the eggs with the yogurt until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Pour this mixture over the layer of flour in the dish with zucchinis, making sure it is evenly distributed. Then, place the dish in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 60 minutes or until the gratin becomes firm and develops a beautifully golden crust on the surface. Once done, let it cool slightly in the dish to stabilize.
To serve, cut the gratin into generous pieces. It can be enjoyed both warm and cold, being a versatile dish suitable for everyday meals or special occasions. It is an excellent choice for adding vegetables to your diet, providing a savory taste and wonderful texture. Enjoy your meal!
The next step is to add the crushed garlic, which will bring an extra flavor, as well as the crushed coriander, which will provide a note of freshness. Next, finely chop the parsley or dill, depending on your preferences, and incorporate it into the mixture. Mix all the ingredients well to obtain a homogeneous composition. Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring that the dish will be well-flavored. Finally, incorporate the oil, which will help achieve a delicate texture and prevent sticking.
Prepare a heat-resistant dish that you will grease with oil and line with cornmeal or breadcrumbs to achieve a crispy crust. Pour the zucchini mixture into the prepared dish and level the surface with a spatula. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal or breadcrumbs on top, which will create a golden and appetizing crust during baking.
In another bowl, beat the eggs with the yogurt until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Pour this mixture over the layer of flour in the dish with zucchinis, making sure it is evenly distributed. Then, place the dish in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 60 minutes or until the gratin becomes firm and develops a beautifully golden crust on the surface. Once done, let it cool slightly in the dish to stabilize.
To serve, cut the gratin into generous pieces. It can be enjoyed both warm and cold, being a versatile dish suitable for everyday meals or special occasions. It is an excellent choice for adding vegetables to your diet, providing a savory taste and wonderful texture. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients
-1.8 kg young zucchini, peeled -4 eggs -500 g cottage cheese (well drained) / feta -10 tablespoons Arborio / Basmati rice -6 tablespoons cornmeal / white flour -3 cloves garlic, crushed -1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed -1 bunch fresh parsley / dill, finely chopped -salt -pepper, freshly ground -100 ml olive oil For greasing and lining the pan: oil and cornmeal / breadcrumbs For topping -3 tablespoons cornmeal / breadcrumbs -2 eggs -200 ml yogurt