THE CINNAMON-CHARRED PODS

(Our Play on Balkan Stuffed Zucchini)

THE CINNAMON-CHARRED PODS

Ingredients: 4 Zucchini (halved and hollowed), 400g Beef mince, 50g Rice (uncooked), 1 tsp Cinnamon, 1 tsp Dried Dill, 1 tsp Black pepper, 200ml Veg stock, 100ml Greek Yogurt, 1 Egg...

Ingredients

  • 4 Zucchini (halved and hollowed)
  • 400g Beef mince
  • 50g Rice (uncooked)
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 200ml Veg stock
  • 100ml Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Egg

Cooking Method

  1. The Build Mix meat, rice, and spices with a tiny 10ml splash of stock to help the rice swell.
  2. The Marriage Stuff the meat-silk into the zucchini boats; place in a deep baking dish.
  3. The Swell Pour remaining stock into the tray; roast at 200°C for 25 minutes until the meat is charred.
  4. The Silk Merge Whisk yogurt and egg; pour over the hot boats and bake for another 10 minutes until a golden cloud forms.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with raw fresh dill and extra black pepper.

Cuisine: Balkan

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