stuffed zucchinis

Ingredients stuffed zucchinis

1 kg baby zucchini washed
250 g coarsely ground beef
1 1/2 cups rice washed and drained
2 medium tomatoes cut in cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
For the sauce:
3 cloves garlic crushed
4 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups water
2 tablespoons tomato paste dissolved in 1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon salt

how to make stuffed zucchinis

Trim the ends of the zucchini. With a corer, pierce the top and remove the insides, making sure to keep a relatively thick outer layer that can hold the stuffing.

To prepare the stuffing: mix the rice, ground beef, spices and tomatoes. Combine well.

Fill only ¾ of each zucchini leaving space for the rice to expand when cooked.

In a bowl, mix the sauce ingredients together with 3 cups water and pour them over the zucchini.

When the water starts boiling, reduce the heat; cover the pan and let it simmer for 1 hr.

Serve hot with plain yogurt on the side.