Zucchini Strudel

To prepare a delicious zucchini strudel, start by mixing the flour with salt and water until you obtain an elastic dough. It is important to knead the dough enough to develop the gluten, so you get a fine and pleasant texture. Then, place a pot or pan on the heat, without adding anything inside, just to warm it slightly. When the pot becomes warm, turn it upside down over the dough, creating a small dome that will help maintain the temperature. Cover everything with a kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes to an hour.

After the time has passed, divide the dough into four equal parts. Use a rolling pin to roll each piece of dough into a thin sheet, so you can read a newspaper through it, as grandma used to say. Make sure to use flour to dust the table and the rolling pin to prevent the dough from sticking. While you deal with the sheets, prepare the zucchini filling. Grate two zucchinis on a large grater, add salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, as well as a tablespoon of flour to bind the ingredients. Mix all these ingredients well so that the zucchinis are evenly coated.

Then, take each strudel sheet and brush it with a brush soaked in oil. Spread the zucchini mixture evenly over each sheet, leaving a margin of about 2 cm on all sides to allow for easy rolling. Roll the sheet like a pancake, being careful not to tear it. Finally, use the tip of a knife or even kitchen scissors to make a few slits on each roll, so that steam can escape during baking.

Place the strudel rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush them with oil on top, for a golden and crispy crust. Preheat the oven to medium temperature and place the tray inside. Let the strudel bake until it becomes golden and appetizing, about 25-30 minutes. When they are ready, take them out of the oven and let them cool slightly before cutting. You can serve the strudel warm as an appetizer or cold as a snack. This simple and delicious recipe will surely bring a smile to the faces of those who enjoy it!

 Ingredients: Ingredients for 2 people: Dough: 200 g flour, 6 tablespoons of warm water, 1 pinch of salt. Filling: 2 zucchinis (about 15 cm long), salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

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