Kousa bi Gebna
This is a family dish we all loved. My mother accompanied it with yogurt. The fried onions and large amount of sharp cheese lift the usually somewhat insipid taste of zucchini.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 6-8
Ingredients
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
Salt
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded mature cheddar cheese
White pepper
Pinch of grated nutmeg
Preparation
Step 1
Fry the onion in oil till soft and golden. Poach the zucchini in salted water for a few minutes, until only just tender, and drain.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the eggs and cheese, add pepper and nutmeg, and fold in the onions and zucchini.
Step 3
Pour into a greased ovenproof dish and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for about 30 minutes, or until firm and lightly browned.
Step 4
Serve hot or cold.
