Nettle Roll
Delicious Nettle Roll: a simple and healthy recipe
If you are looking for a quick dessert or a savory snack, nettle roll is the perfect choice. This recipe is not only simple but also full of vitamins and minerals, thanks to the main ingredient: nettles. Start your culinary adventure and enjoy the flavor of this roll!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4-5 fresh eggs
- 300 g cheese (choose your favorite cheese, for example, cottage cheese or telemea)
- A large bunch of fresh nettles
- 1 white onion
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- A bunch of fresh dill
- White pepper, to taste
- Oil for sautéing
- Salt, to taste
Step 1: Preparing the nettles
Start by cleaning the nettles from their stems. This step may seem tedious, but it's worth the effort! Then wash them in several waters to ensure no sand remains. Remove the nettles by hand from the water to keep the sediment at the bottom of the bowl.
Step 2: Boiling the nettles
Put a pot of water on the stove and add your favorite spices (salt, pepper, bay leaves) to flavor the water. When the water starts to boil, add the nettles and boil for about 10 minutes. After boiling, strain and chop them finely.
Step 3: Sautéing the onion and garlic
In a pan, heat a little oil and sauté the finely chopped white onion until it becomes translucent. Add the crushed garlic and cook for a few more minutes. Finally, add the chopped nettles and a little of their cooking water. Let everything simmer together for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Preparing the egg mixture
Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy. In a separate bowl, mix the yolks, then combine them with the beaten egg whites. Add the chopped dill, pepper, and crumbled cheese. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Step 5: Baking the roll
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and pour in the egg mixture. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15 minutes, or until the roll is firm to the touch. Use the toothpick test to check if it is baked.
Step 6: Rolling
Remove the roll from the oven and carefully turn it onto another sheet of baking paper. Lightly moisten the paper stuck to the omelet with cold water so that it peels off more easily. Immediately roll the roll while it is warm, allowing it to cool down.
Step 7: Filling and cooling
After it has cooled, carefully unroll the roll and fill it with the nettle mixture, ensuring it is well drained. Roll it up again tightly and wrap it in cling film or aluminum foil. Refrigerate for a few hours.
Serving:
When you are ready to enjoy this nettle roll, slice it and serve it as an appetizer or snack. You can add a fresh green salad or a yogurt sauce for a delicious contrast.
Possible variations:
To customize the recipe, you can also add other vegetables to the filling, such as spinach, or try different types of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese. This versatile roll can easily be adapted to your tastes!
So, get ready to impress your family and friends with this nettle roll, a simple, healthy, and flavorful recipe!
Ingredients: 4-5 eggs, 300 g cheese of your choice, green onion, 1 white onion, a large bunch of nettles, dill, white pepper, a few cloves of garlic
