Zucchini with garlic and cheese
1 serving
20 minutes
Zucchini with garlic and cheese is a simple yet surprisingly delicious dish of Russian cuisine, combining the tenderness of vegetables, the spiciness of garlic, and the richness of suluguni cheese. Historically, such dishes were common in rural kitchens where simplicity and ingredient availability were important. Grilled zucchini slices acquire an appetizing golden crust, while aromatic spices like sumac and sea salt enhance the vegetable's natural flavor. A sauce made from mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, and garlic adds a creamy texture and zest, turning the dish into an ideal appetizer or side dish. It pairs especially well with fresh bread or meat dishes, and its lightness makes it a great choice for a summer lunch or dinner.
1
Chop the parsley finely.
- Parsley: 2 stems
2
Put mayonnaise in a bowl.
- Mayonnaise: 3 teaspoons
3
Add parsley.
- Parsley: 2 stems
4
Grate the cheese on a fine grater.
- Suluguni cheese: 30 g
5
Add cheese and chili to the parsley.
- Suluguni cheese: 30 g
- Chili powder: to taste
6
Press the garlic through a press.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
7
Mix thoroughly.
8
Slice the zucchini.
- Zucchini: 1 piece
9
Heat mustard and olive oil in a grill pan and place the zucchini slices.
- Mustard oil: 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil: 1 teaspoon
10
Add sumac and salt. Fry on high heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Sumac: to taste
- Sea salt: to taste
11
Turn over.
12
Add sumac and fry for another 2 minutes.
- Sumac: to taste
13
Reduce the heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
14
Place the fried slices on a plate and brush with the prepared sauce.
- Mayonnaise: 3 teaspoons
- Sour cream: 1 teaspoon
15
Cover with another slice on top. Serve at the table.
