Zucchini casserole with minced meat and tomatoes
6 servings
60 minutes
Zucchini casserole with minced meat and tomatoes is a cozy dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of young zucchinis, the juiciness of chicken mince, and the freshness of tomatoes. Its roots go back to the traditions of home cooking where simple ingredients are transformed into harmonious and hearty meals. The casserole has a soft texture thanks to the sour cream and egg filling, while melted cheese adds an appetizing crust. This recipe is convenient for family dinners: it is nutritious, easy to prepare, and suitable for everyday menus. It can be served as a standalone dish or complemented with herbs and fresh vegetables. The perfect combination of ingredients makes the casserole tender, aromatic, and balanced – a true homemade masterpiece that warms the soul.
1
Fry the onion in a pan, add the minced meat, season with salt and pepper, and add tomato paste.
- Onion: 3 pieces
- Minced chicken: 400 g
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
2
Grate the zucchini on a coarse grater, salt it, and squeeze out the juice.
- Young zucchini: 1.2 kg
3
Slice the tomatoes into rounds.
- Tomatoes: 6 pieces
4
Beat the eggs with sour cream and add salt.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Sour cream: 150 g
5
Grease the form with oil, layer half of the zucchini, then add the minced meat with onion and tomato paste, followed by more zucchini. Add the tomatoes. Pour the sour cream and egg mixture over it, and sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Young zucchini: 1.2 kg
- Minced chicken: 400 g
- Onion: 3 pieces
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Tomatoes: 6 pieces
- Sour cream: 150 g
- Hard cheese: 100 g
6
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30–35 minutes.