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Canapes with zucchini

1 serving

12 minutes

Zucchini canapés are an elegant appetizer embodying a harmony of flavors and textures. The light aroma of fried zucchini combines with the spiciness of suluguni cheese, creating a tender and slightly salty taste. Beijing cabbage adds freshness and crunch, while cherry tomatoes contribute light sweetness and juiciness. The sharpness of black pepper and chili pepper gives the dish spicy notes. Canapés are perfect for festive gatherings or buffets, delighting the eye with their exquisite layered presentation. Inspired by Russian culinary traditions, this recipe showcases the art of combining simple ingredients into a refined dish for true gourmets.

Canapes with zucchini
Energy value per serving
Calories
212.1kcal
Proteins
7.9grams
Fats
18.6grams
Carbohydrates
3.8grams
Cooking steps
  • Step 1

    1

    Peel the zucchini and cut it into thin squares.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Zucchini: 30 g
  • Step 2

    2

    Grease the pan with oil, place it on high heat, and add a pinch of coarse salt.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Olive oil: 1 teaspoon
    2. Coarse sea salt:  pinch
  • Step 3

    3

    Cut the cheese into small cubes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Suluguni cheese: 35 g
  • Step 4

    4

    Send the zucchini to the hot pan.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Zucchini: 30 g
  • Step 5

    5

    Season with black pepper.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Ground black pepper:  pinch
  • Step 6

    6

    Once the bottom side is browned, flip it.

  • Step 7

    7

    When the second side turns golden, flip it again and reduce the heat to just below medium.

  • Step 8

    8

    Place a cube of cheese on top.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Suluguni cheese: 35 g
  • Step 9

    9

    Season with chili pepper.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chili powder:  pinch
  • Step 10

    10

    Wait for the cheese to melt a little, then cool it down.

  • Step 11

    11

    Cut the Beijing cabbage (white part) into square slices like the zucchini. Skewer the ingredients in the following order: cabbage, zucchini with cheese, cherry tomato, cabbage, zucchini with cheese.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Napa cabbage (pak choi type): 10 g
    2. Zucchini: 30 g
    3. Suluguni cheese: 35 g
    4. Cherry tomatoes: 4 pieces
  • Step 12

    12

    Repeat the previous step with each skewer, arrange the canapés on a plate and serve.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Napa cabbage (pak choi type): 10 g
    2. Zucchini: 30 g
    3. Suluguni cheese: 35 g
    4. Cherry tomatoes: 4 pieces