ZUCCHINI ALLA PARMIGIANA

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This is a variation on the famous Parmigiana di Melanzane. This is an easy dish with a delightful taste. Try it!

Provided by Pietro

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

750 g zucchini
salt
fresh ground black pepper
plain flour
1/2 cup olive oil
1 large garlic clove
250 g mozzarella cheese
4 tomatoes
1/2 cup basil leaves
30 g grated parmesan cheese
60 g fresh breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Thinly slice zucchini lengthwise, place in a colander, sprinkle with salt and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Rinse the zucchini and drain on paper towel.
  • Heat oil, dust the zucchini with flour and fry in batches until golden and tender. Drain on paper towel.
  • Cut the garlic in half and rub the insides of a shallow,oiled gratin dish with the cut garlic. Discard garlic.
  • Make layers of zucchini strips, sliced tomato, strewn with torn basil leaves and mozzarella. Lightly season each layer.
  • Finish with a layer of tomato and basil leaves.
  • Mix parmesan and breadcrumbs together and spread evenly over the top.
  • Bake in a 190°C oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden and crisp.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.1, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 28, Sodium 328.6, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 11.3

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