"Thin strips of zucchini sautéed with aromatic garlic in olive oil, wrapped in homemade tomato sauce refined over low heat and finished with grated parmesan cheese, composing a light, refreshing and nutritious option."
Zucchini Noodles with Tomato Sauce
O Que Você Precisa Saber
- Uniform cutting into thin strands ensures quick cooking and elastic texture comparable to traditional pasta.
- Brief sautéing preserves the cellular structure of the zucchini, preventing it from releasing excess water in the pan.
- Reducing the homemade tomato sauce before adding the vegetable ensures an adherent and concentrated coating.
Ingredients
Main Course
4 medium zucchinis (cut into thin strips)
2 cups of homemade tomato sauce
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Grated parmesan cheese to taste (optional)
Instructions
Main Course
1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet and add the minced garlic, sautéing quickly.
2
Add the zucchini strips and sauté for about 3 to 5 minutes, until they are slightly soft.
3
Despeje o molho de tomate sobre as abobrinhas e misture bem.
4
Season with salt and black pepper to taste and let cook for another 10 minutes over low heat.
5
If desired, add grated parmesan cheese in the last minutes to melt over the dish.
6
Serve immediately, accompanied by a fresh salad.
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Chef Tips
- Sprinkle salt over the zucchini strips in a colander for ten minutes and dry with a clean cloth before sautéing.
- Keep high heat in the first minutes of frying to sear the strands without cooking in the generated steam.
- Add the already heated, thickened sauce to avoid extending the zucchini's contact time with the heat source.
Variations
- Incorporate fresh basil leaves and sliced black olives at the end of cooking for a striking aroma.
- Add thin strips of grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp to the dish to elevate the protein intake of the meal.
- Add thin slices of deseeded chili pepper to the garlic sauté to create a slightly spicy version.
Substitutions
- Italian zucchini can be replaced with Brazilian light zucchini or shredded carrots in long strands.
- Homemade tomato sauce can be swapped for rustic crushed peeled tomato sauce or fresh pesto sauce.
- Traditional Parmesan cheese can be replaced by Pecorino cheese, smoked ricotta, or crushed nuts.
How to Store
Store in a closed airtight container under refrigeration for up to two days. When reheating, use a hot skillet over high heat for two minutes; avoid the microwave to prevent the vegetable strands from becoming excessively soggy.
Can You Freeze It?
It is not recommended to freeze this dish; the high water content of the zucchini breaks the vegetable fibers during thawing, making the strips limp, watery, and completely changing the point of the tomato sauce.
What to Serve With
Serve accompanied by grilled chicken fillet on the griddle, white fish steak baked in olive oil, green leaf salad with arugula and walnuts, or a thin slice of slow-fermented focaccia with rosemary and fleur de sel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to avoid the dish having excess water?
Dehydrate the zucchini strips with salt beforehand and sauté in a wide skillet without a lid to evaporate the liquid.
What utensil should I use to cut the strips?
A vegetable spiralizer, julienne peeler, or mandoline with a serrated blade produce thin and uniform strips.
Can I consume zucchini with the skin on?
Yes, keep the skin well washed; it ensures structural firmness to the thin strips and preserves essential vitamins.
Can I prepare the sauce in advance?
Yes, you can have the tomato sauce ready and just sauté the zucchini at the time of serving to maintain the texture.
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