Cheese Stuffed Zucchini in Tomato Broth

Blanca Chavez

Ingredients

  • 2 small zucchini or squash
  • 1 Block White Cheese (Mozzarella, Queso Fresco, Parmesan)
  • 4 Eggs, Separated
  • 1 (15 oz) Can Tomato Sauce
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 4 Cloves Garlic
  • 1 Box Chicken Broth
  • Optional Chicken Boullion
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup flour

Directions

  • Wash and slice zucchinis into 1cm slices
  • Slice cheese to same size as zucchini and layer into sandwiches
  • Cover all sides of sandwiches in flour seasoned with salt and pepper then set aside
  • In a bowl, beat egg whites until they are thick and fluffy like whipped cream, then stir in the egg yolks
  • Heat 1-2 inches of oil in a pan. Dip zucchini sandwiches in egg and fry until brown
  • Set fried zucchini on paper towels while you make the sauce
  • In a blender add the onion, garlic, and tomato sauce (or fresh tomatoes) and puree until smooth. You can also add in a jalapeno if you want the sauce to be spicy
  • Pour tomato puree into a large pot with a little bit of oil and saute for 10 minutes
  • Add chicken broth and bouillon to pot with tomato puree. Bring to a boil
  • Add in zucchini sandwiches, taste broth, add salt and pepper if needed, and simmer for 20 minutes on low
  • Serve with rice or beans or just by themselves