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Zucchini Torte Recipe
Description:
Made this for Sunday Breakfast, it can be prepared in advance and served at room temperature. Tingly on the palate! Cut in small wedges it could be served as an appetizer. From Mexican, Healthy Ways with a Favourite Cuisine.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 397
- Fat Content: 29.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 191.4mg
- Sodium Content: 239.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.6g
- Sugar Content: 4.1g
- Protein Content: 15.3g
Recipe Details:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: Not specified
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 1/4 | Zucchini |
4 | Onion |
1 | Eggs |
3 cups | Self-raising flour |
3 cups | Monterey Jack cheese |
1/2 cup | Mild cheddar cheese |
1/2 tsp | Cayenne pepper |
1 tbsp | Butter |
to taste | Salt |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Zucchini:
- Top and tail the zucchini, then slice them thinly.
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Cook Zucchini:
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan.
- Add the zucchini and cook for a few minutes until soft and beginning to brown, turning them over at least once.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer them to a bowl.
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Cook Onions:
- Slice the onion and add it to the oil remaining in the pan, along with most of the jalapeño strips (reserve some for garnish).
- Fry until the onions have softened and are golden.
- Using a slotted spoon, add the onions and jalapeños to the zucchini.
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Prepare Batter:
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
- Add the self-raising flour, Monterey Jack cheese, mild cheddar cheese, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Stir in the zucchini mixture, and add salt to taste.
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Bake:
- Grease a 9-inch round shallow ovenproof dish with butter.
- Pour in the zucchini mixture and bake for 30 minutes until risen, firm to the touch, and golden.
- Allow to cool.
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Serve:
- Serve the zucchini torte in thick wedges, garnished with the remaining jalapeño strips.
- Accompany with a tomato salad sprinkled with chives for a colorful side.
This zucchini torte is a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an appetizer. Enjoy its tingly sensation and vibrant taste! 🥒🧀🌶️