Kosa Mahshiya ? Zucchini, Stuffed

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 4
Kosa Mahshiya ? Zucchini, Stuffed for a Healthy Meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 kg zucchini
1/2 kg beef
2 onions , finely chopped
cooking oil
salt
pepper
1 1/2 cups rice
3 cups tomato juice
2 tablespoons cooking oil
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
278
Sugar
7g
Fat
9g
Kosa Mahshiya ? Zucchini, Stuffed is a traditional Lebanese food that is loved by most people because of its delicious taste and health benefits. The dish is known as Mahshat Kousa and has been eaten by Lebanese people for centuries. This recipe is pretty simple to make and can be served as a main dish or an appetizer. It is made with zucchini that is stuffed with a nutritious mixture of rice, minced beef and tomatoes. The dish is then cooked together with water and tomato juice, giving it a tangy and moist taste.

Instructions

1.Cut off the head of the zucchini and remove its pulp and seeds. Set it aside
2.In a heated skillet, cook chopped onions with some oil.
3.Add minced beef to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
4.Add rice, tomato juice and a small quantity of water. Mix it well and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
5.Stuff every zucchini with the mixture and add them to the skillet with some water on its base. Cover it and let it cook over low heat for 45 minutes until zucchinis are tender.
6.Serve hot after garnishing with fresh parsley or mint.

PROS

Kosa Mahshiya ? Zucchini, Stuffed is full of protein, fiber and vitamins.
It’s also low calorie which makes it perfect for individuals who are following a healthy lifestyle.

It can also provide you with an insight into an Arabic cuisine that mostly features vegetable stuffing.

CONS

This meal can be dry and require dipping into sauce to make it moister.
The long cook time can also be a disadvantage for some people that don’t have a lot of time for cooking

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is healthy to consume as zucchini is a good source of vitamin C and potassium while providing fiber and hydration. It can help with digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Adding beef can enhance the protein and flavor while being beneficial for muscle and bone health.

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