Zucchini Spread (Ikra) Recipe
Easy classic Russian zucchini spread (ikra) is a simple spread made with grated and sauteed zucchini, carrots and other vegetables in a tomato garlic paste.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, grated (about 1 1/2 lbs)
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 Tbsp canola oil
- herbs to taste, optional
Instructions
- Grate zucchini. Grate carrots and tomato and finely chop the onion.
- In a deep skillet (or Dutch oven), heat oil on medium/high heat. Add carrots and onion, saute 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add grated zucchini. Saute 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently (until all the excess liquid is gone) and zucchini is tender.
- Add grated tomato, garlic salt, sugar, and pepper. Stir everything, turn the heat down to low and let simmer another 5 minutes. Mix in the fresh herbs and enjoy!