Yields
4 servings
I love the tang of sumac. Sumac is a wonderful Lebanese spice taken from the dry berries of a wild bush. It has a delicate sour flavour. Most upscale markets carry it but if you can’t find it, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the zucchini. It’s amazing that such a simple dish can be so delicious. Yield is 4 servings.
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ingredients
2
Tbsp olive oil
2
Tbsp sliced pistachios
4
small zucchini, sliced on the diagonal, into ½ inch rounds
½
tsp ground sumac
2
Tbsp chopped mint
coarse salt, and freshly cracked black pepper
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directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp. olive oil in a sauté pan on medium heat.
Step 2
Add pistachios, stir for a few seconds until lightly toasted and remove to a bowl.
Step 3
Add the remaining oil to the pan and heat for a few seconds.
Step 4
Add the zucchini and sprinkle with sumac.
Step 5
Saute the zucchini until softened and slightly brown around the edges, about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Add the mint.
Step 7
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 8
Serve.