Kousa Mahshi (stuffed Zucchini With Ground Beef And Rice)
Kousa Mahshi is a traditional Lebanese dish of stuffed zucchini with a flavorful mixture of ground beef and rice. This dish is a staple in Lebanese cuisine and is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large zucchinis
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the zucchinis and hollow them out using a spoon, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell. Chop the zucchini flesh and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef, rice, chopped onion, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, mint, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the hollowed zucchinis with the beef and rice mixture.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis in a deep pot. Add the chopped zucchini flesh around the zucchinis.
- Pour the broth and lemon juice over the zucchinis. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 45-50 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve the Kousa Mahshi hot with a side of yogurt or salad.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Deep pot
Tools
Spoon Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kousa Mahshi with a side of fluffy rice and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, you can replace the ground beef with a mixture of rice, chickpeas, and vegetables.
Cost
$15