Zucchini roll with mushrooms and minced meat
4 servings
40 minutes
Zucchini roll with mushrooms and minced meat is a delicate and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that combines the lightness of vegetables with the richness of meat filling. Zucchini, known for their mild flavor, create an airy base, while the mushroom and meat filling adds juiciness and depth to the roll. This recipe may be inspired by traditional Russian pies where mushrooms and meat are common ingredients. The addition of melted cheese makes the filling even creamier, while fresh green onions add a spicy note. The dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, delighting both in taste and appearance. It is served sliced into portions and garnished with herbs or colorful vegetables, making it not only delicious but also aesthetically pleasing.
1
Grate the zucchini on a coarse grater and squeeze out the juice.
- Zucchini: 600 g
2
We add eggs, flour, salt.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Wheat flour: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
3
Spread the prepared mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a thin layer (1–1.5 cm).
4
Bake in a preheated oven at 250 degrees until golden brown for about 30 minutes.
5
While the zucchini is cooking, we prepare the filling. We fry the mushrooms (I had a jar of mushroom caviar), add the minced meat, salt, and pepper. We add finely chopped green onions and processed cheese (hard cheese can also be used, but I had this) to the still warm filling and mix.
- Mushrooms: 250 g
- Ground meat: 160 g
- Salt: to taste
- Green onions: 30 g
- Processed cheese: 100 g
6
Spread the filling on the cooled zucchini flatbread and roll it up.
7
We decorate as desired with greens or tomatoes.
8
Before serving, we cut into small pieces.