Pickled zucchini like mushrooms
10 servings
180 minutes
Marinated zucchini like mushrooms is a vivid example of Russian cuisine where vegetables turn into a delicacy. This recipe gained popularity due to its simplicity and amazing taste: tender zucchini soaked in marinade truly resemble mushrooms. The original cooking method includes marinating with garlic, herbs, and vinegar, giving the zucchini a rich aroma and slight acidity. The dish serves as an appetizer and pairs well with meat and potato dishes. Thanks to sterilization, such zucchini can be stored for a long time, reminding one of summer days and fresh harvests in winter. Crunchy and spicy, they surprise with their rich flavor and versatility in serving.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Wash the zucchini and cut it into cubes. Young zucchini can be left unpeeled, while older ones need to have their skin and seeds removed.
- Zucchini: 2 kg
3
Chop the greens finely.
4
Add garlic pressed through a garlic press to the zucchini. Add salt, sugar, and pepper.
- Garlic: 1 head
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 80 g
- Ground black pepper: 1 teaspoon
5
Pour in vinegar and vegetable oil, mix well and let it sit for 2 hours.
- Vinegar 9%: 125 ml
- Vegetable oil: 125 ml
6
Add greens to the zucchini, transfer to jars, and cover with lids without sealing.
- Parsley: 50 g
- Dill: 50 g
7
Place a kitchen towel at the bottom of a large pot, set the jars on it, and pour water until it reaches the shoulders of the jars.
8
Bring to a boil and sterilize jars with zucchini for 15 minutes.
9
Seal the prepared jars with lids, turn them upside down, and cover with a blanket. Leave until completely cool.
10
Store in a dark, cool place.