Zucchini Spread (Ikra) Recipe

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

1. 1

   Grate zucchini. Grate carrots and tomato and finely chop the onion.

2. 2

   In a deep skillet (or Dutch oven), heat oil on medium/high heat. Add carrots and onion, saute 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

3. 3

   Add grated zucchini. Saute 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently (until all the excess liquid is gone) and zucchini is tender.

4. 4

   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!