Fried Zucchini with Onions, Gruyere and Herbs
4 servings
20 minutes
Fried zucchini with onions, Gruyère cheese, and aromatic herbs is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of vegetables, the aroma of herbs, and the rich flavor of Gruyère. Zucchini have a soft texture that caramelizes lightly when fried, while onions add a piquant touch. The mix of tarragon and basil fills the dish with fresh notes, creating a harmony of aromas. Melted Gruyère on hot vegetables gives the dish a rich nutty hue and elastic texture. This dish is perfect as a light dinner or side that can be paired with meat or fish dishes. Fried zucchini are versatile and suitable for both everyday meals and special occasions, impressing with their simple yet exquisite taste.
1
Heat oil in a pan over high heat. Add thinly sliced zucchini and onion cut into half rings. Flatten and fry, stirring, for about 2 minutes until golden.
- Grapeseed oil: 2 tablespoons
- Courgette: 500 g
- Onion: 0.5 head
2
Add salt and pepper, and after about a minute of cooking, add minced garlic and herbs. If the zucchini has absorbed all the oil, add a little more.
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Chopped tarragon leaves: 2 tablespoons
- Chopped basil leaves: 0.3 glass
- Grapeseed oil: 2 tablespoons
3
Remove from heat, flatten the circles again, and place thin slices of cheese on top. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat until the cheese melts.
- Gruyere cheese: 60 g
4
Transfer to a plate and serve immediately.
