URUGUAYAN STUFFED ZUCCHINI (ZAPALLITOS RELLENOS)

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Make and share this Uruguayan Stuffed Zucchini (Zapallitos Rellenos) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -3 medium zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup breadcrumbs, preferably fresh
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup breadcrumbs, preferably fresh
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Bake the zucchini in a preheated 375F oven for 30 minutes, until soft but not mushy.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over moderate heat and saute the onion until golden brown.
  • Combine the bread crumbs, milk, egg, cooked onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl, stirring to combine.
  • Slice the zucchini in two lengthwise and scoop out the pulp.
  • Chop the pulp coarsely and stir into the bread crumb mixture.
  • Fill the zucchini shells with the mixture.
  • For the topping, combine the bread crumbs and butter and sprinkle over the zucchini.
  • Bake in a preheated 375F oven until the topping is golden brown, about 25 minutes.

SquiqlyFish
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These stuffed zucchini were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Teagan Miller
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Meh.


Shanna Emerson
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Not a fan of the filling. It was a bit too dry for my taste.


Md Emon J R
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The zucchini were a bit overcooked, but the filling was still good.


Auma Proscovia
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These stuffed zucchini were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Bontu Adenew
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I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried them! The filling was delicious and the zucchini were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


H.S.K
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These stuffed zucchini were easy to make and turned out great! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini were tender. I would definitely make these again.


Zackaryah Garza
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I made these stuffed zucchini for my family and they loved them! The filling was moist and flavorful, and the zucchini were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Md Sumon Hasan
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The beef and rice filling was delicious, and the zucchini were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Wisal Sirour
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I've never had Uruguayan food before, but these stuffed zucchini were a great introduction. They were easy to make and packed with flavor.


Probashi Sohayata Bangladesh Group
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These stuffed zucchini were a hit! I made them for a party and everyone raved about them. They're so flavorful and satisfying.