A traditional home-style dish of fried zucchini filled with an onion, tomato, and ground beef mixture, then baked. It is hearty, with a light olive-oil aroma, and is a favorite for lunch or dinner.
Peel the zucchini and cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the centers with a spoon to make boats, then soak them in salted water for 10 minutes and pat dry.
Fry the zucchini in vegetable oil until lightly browned. Remove them with a skimmer and drain on paper towels.
Brown the ground beef with the onion. Add the tomato and green pepper and cook, then season with salt and black pepper to make the filling.
Fill the fried zucchini with the ground beef mixture. Arrange slices of tomato and green pepper on top, then bake in a preheated oven until lightly browned. Do not overbake or the zucchini may fall apart.
Fry the zucchini briefly over medium heat so it does not absorb too much oil. If fried too long, the skin may soften and fall apart. Check the dish during the final 10 minutes of baking to keep the top from browning too much.
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