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'Calabacitas Guisada' (Stewed Mexican Zucchini)

By: EnjoyMyRecipe

"Mexican zucchini rounds simmered in stewed tomatoes, onions, and garlic then loaded with mild cheddar cheese. One of my favorite comfort foods from my childhood."

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (49)

Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
15 Min

Ready In:
30 Min

Servings (Help)

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 small white onion, sliced thinly
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
salt to taste
1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese

Directions

Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the zucchini slices and stewed tomatoes and stir gently. Cover and cook until the zucchini is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, season with salt, and add the Cheddar cheese; allow to sit until the cheese has melted.