Source: Elena_hramowa, AdobeStockThe best answer to what to do with a large summer harvest of zucchini is to preserve them for winter. You'll definitely find options for pickles, salads, and other preserves to suit every taste. Today, we want to offer you 15 proven zucchini recipes without sterilization. Be sure to store them in a dark, cool place!
1. Marinated Zucchini Without Sterilization
Source: cookpad.comZucchini can be cut into any shape – circles, sticks, or slices.
You will need: 2 kg zucchini, 1 head garlic, 1 horseradish leaf, 2 dill umbels, 4 bay leaves, 1 tsp allspice berries, 100 ml vinegar, 100 g sugar, 80 g salt.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into arbitrary shapes. Arrange them with all the additions in clean, dry jars. Pour boiling water over them, cover with lids, and leave for 15 minutes. Then drain the water and re-boil it with salt, sugar, and vinegar. Pour the resulting marinade over the zucchini and seal for winter.
2. Zucchini Like Pineapple for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: postila.ruCan be served as an appetizer or a dessert – use as you wish.
You will need: 2 kg zucchini, 800 ml pineapple juice, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Peel and cut the zucchini into medium cubes. Pour pineapple juice over them and add sugar and citric acid. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Seal the zucchini in sterilized jars.
3. Zucchini Caviar for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: mirtesen.ruA very popular and delicious preserve for all occasions.
You will need: 1.5 kg zucchini, 250 g carrots, 250 g onions, 150 g tomato paste, 100 ml vegetable oil, 100 ml vinegar, 2 tsp sugar, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Pass all vegetables through a meat grinder separately. Lightly fry the onion in vegetable oil. Add carrots, and after another 3 minutes, add zucchini.
Simmer the caviar for about 40 minutes over low heat, stirring. Add tomato paste, salt, sugar, and spices. Simmer for another half hour, and 2-3 minutes before the end of cooking, pour in the vinegar. Seal the caviar in sterilized jars.
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4. Zucchini Lecho Without Sterilization
Source: livejournal.comYou can also use zucchini instead of squash.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 500 g tomatoes, 250 g bell peppers, 250 g onions, 200 g tomato sauce or ketchup, 2 cloves garlic, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1 tbsp 6% vinegar, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Blend tomatoes with bell peppers; you can also add hot pepper for spiciness. Add salt and sugar, bring to a boil, and pour in vegetable oil with tomato sauce.
Bring the lecho to a boil again and add the chopped zucchini. Simmer for 10 minutes, add onion, and cook for another 10 minutes. At the very end, add vinegar, minced garlic, and spices. Seal the lecho in sterilized jars.
5. Spicy Zucchini for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: ok.ruThis recipe uses concentrated vinegar essence, not table vinegar.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 1 kg tomatoes, 2 bell peppers, 2 hot red peppers, 1 head garlic, 80 ml vegetable oil, 1 tsp vinegar essence, 100 g sugar, 2 tsp salt.
Preparation: Blend tomatoes, both types of peppers, and garlic. You can also pass everything through a meat grinder. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat. Pour in oil and vinegar essence, add salt and sugar. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes, then add the chopped zucchini, stew for 15 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
6. Zucchini Sauté for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: dzen.ruFor more variety – we suggest preparing this sauté with rice.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 500 g tomatoes, 500 g carrots, 500 g onions, 300 g bell peppers, 100 g rice, 4 cloves garlic, 100 ml vegetable oil, 50 ml vinegar, 350 ml water, 80 g sugar, 20 g salt, spices.
Preparation: Blend peeled tomatoes with bell peppers, pour in oil, add sugar, salt, and spices, and bring to a boil. Add grated carrots, minced onions, and chopped zucchini. Bring to a boil again, add rinsed rice, and pour in warm water.
Simmer the sauté for 20 minutes under the lid. At the end, add garlic and vinegar, and after another 5 minutes, seal the hot sauté in sterilized jars.
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7. Fried Zucchini for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: AdobeStockThe perfect appetizer for all fried zucchini lovers.
You will need: 1.2 kg zucchini, 30 g garlic, 20 g chili pepper, 200 ml olive oil, 100 ml lemon juice, 400 ml water, 10 g sugar, 10 g salt, 10 g aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into rounds, brush with oil, and fry on both sides until golden brown. Separately, mix water, lemon juice, remaining oil, minced garlic, chili, salt, sugar, and aromatic herbs. Bring this marinade to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Place the zucchini in sterilized jars, pour the resulting marinade over them, and seal for winter.
8. Korean-Style Zucchini Without Sterilization
Source: rutube.ruA ready-made salad that can be served immediately without any additions.
You will need: 1.5 kg zucchini, 250 g carrots, 150 g onions, 20 g garlic, 120 ml vegetable oil, 4 tbsp vinegar, 1 liter water, 2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp spices for Korean carrots.
Preparation: Grate zucchini and carrots on a Korean grater, slice onion into thin feathers, and mince garlic. Thoroughly mix all ingredients except vinegar, bring the mixture to a boil, and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Pour in vinegar and seal the zucchini in sterilized jars.
9. Zucchini and Cherry Plum Compote Without Sterilization
Source: koolinar.ruAn original compote with an extraordinary taste for everyday.
You will need: 500 g cherry plums, 1 zucchini, 300 g sugar, 1 sprig of mint.
Preparation: Roughly chop the zucchini, then place it, cherry plums, and mint in a clean, dry jar. Pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes. Then drain this water and re-boil it with sugar. Pour the resulting syrup back into the jar and seal for winter.
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10. Zucchini Adjika Without Sterilization
Source: postila.ruA bright and spicy sauce for meat, fried potatoes, or other dishes.
You will need: 800 g zucchini, 600 g tomatoes, 4 bell peppers, 1 head garlic, 1-2 chili peppers, 4 tbsp vegetable oil, 80 ml vinegar, 2 tsp salt, sugar, spices.
Preparation: Pass all vegetables through a meat grinder, bring to a boil, and simmer for 30 minutes over low heat. Add oil, minced garlic, chili, sugar, salt, and spices. Pour in vinegar, simmer the adjika for another 2 minutes, and seal it in sterilized jars.
11. Mother-in-Law's Tongue Zucchini for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: avoska.ruIt's easiest to slice zucchini using a vegetable peeler.
You will need: 1.5 kg zucchini, 300 g bell peppers, 200 g tomato paste, 80 g garlic, 1 hot red pepper, 125 ml vegetable oil, 50 ml vinegar, 125 ml water, 60 g sugar, 1 tbsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice zucchini into thin ribbons. Mince garlic and hot pepper in a blender, and slice bell pepper into thin strips. Place everything in a pot, add salt and sugar, pour in oil, and add spices to taste. Mix tomato paste with water, pour it in, and mix thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 25 minutes over low heat. Pour in vinegar and seal the salad in sterilized jars.
12. Zucchini Salad with Vegetables Without Sterilization
Source: dzen.ruIt turns out so delicious that you'll immediately want to make another batch.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 500 g bell peppers, 6 tomatoes, 2 carrots, 2 onions, 150 g tomato paste, 150 ml vegetable oil, 80 ml vinegar, 150 g sugar, 1 tbsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix tomato paste and 500-600 ml water, bring to a boil. Cut all vegetables into medium pieces and add them to the tomato sauce. Pour in oil, add salt, sugar, and spices. Simmer the mixture for 25 minutes after it comes to a boil again. Then pour in vinegar, stir, and seal the salad in sterilized jars.
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13. Zucchini Jam for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: cookpad.comOne of the most interesting winter preserves with zucchini.
You will need: 500 g zucchini, 1 lemon, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Finely chop zucchini and lemon, cover them with sugar, and leave for 1 hour. Then bring the jam to a boil, remove from heat, and let it cool completely. Repeat this step once more. The third time, bring the jam to a boil and seal in sterilized jars.
14. Zucchini Juice for Winter Without Sterilization
Source: dzen.ruA healthy and refreshing drink when you want something different.
You will need: 3 kg zucchini, 300 g oranges, 150 g lemons, 200-250 g sugar.
Preparation: Extract juice from zucchini and citrus fruits using any convenient method. Add sugar and a little zest to taste. Bring the juice to a boil, simmer for 3-4 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
15. Zucchini with Onion and Carrots Without Sterilization
Source: mirtesen.ruPrepares very quickly and without unnecessary hassle!
You will need: 2 kg zucchini, 1 kg carrots, 600 g onions, 1 head garlic, 200 ml vegetable oil, 120 ml vinegar, 3 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Grate carrots, mince onions, arbitrarily chop zucchini, and place everything in a pot. Pour in oil and add salt, sugar, and spices. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes. Then add minced garlic and vinegar, simmer for another 5 minutes, and seal the salad in sterilized jars for winter.