Zucchini and Minced Meat Casserole in an Air Fryer – Easy Recipe

Source: Chudo2307, AdobeStock

When you want to prepare a hearty dinner without much fuss, a zucchini and minced meat casserole in an air fryer is a great solution. It turns out juicy, evenly baked, and doesn't require a separate side dish. Plus, the air fryer helps reduce cooking time and achieve an appetizing crust. Take note of our recipe!

Prep time: 1 hour.
Servings: 6.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis;
• 500 g pork and beef minced meat;
• 1 onion;
• 2 chicken eggs;
• 150 g hard cheese;
• 150 g sour cream, 20% fat;
• 2 cloves garlic;
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper;
• 1 teaspoon salt;
• vegetable oil for frying.

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Wash and grate the zucchinis on a coarse grater. Salt them, leave for 10 minutes, then squeeze out the excess liquid thoroughly.
2. Finely chop the onion, press the garlic through a press, and grate the cheese.
3. Fry the pork and beef minced meat for 5-6 minutes in a preheated pan with vegetable oil, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Add the onion and garlic to the pan, sprinkle in the dried oregano, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Separately whisk the eggs with sour cream, ground black pepper, and salt. Add the grated zucchini, half of the grated cheese, and mix.
5. Place half of the zucchini mixture into a heatproof dish, spread the minced meat on top, and cover with the remaining zucchini mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
6. Cook the casserole for approximately 30-35 minutes in an air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F). Let it rest for another 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy your meal!