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Courgettes (Zucchini)

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How to prepare Courgettes and how to cook Courgettes

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Common Names: Courgettes, Zucchini, Summer Squash,
Family: Cucurbitaceae
In Season: June� -� October (best)
Buying: Choose Smaller, younger courgettes which are firm and feel heavy for their size with unblemished and glossy skins
Storing: Up to 6 days in the refrigerator
Serving Allowance: 1 Medium (10cm/6") per person
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General Preparation of Courgettes

Wash in cold water. Cut a thin slice from each end then cut as required. There is no need to peel. The flowers are also edible but are difficult to come by unless you live near a farm shop or grow your own. These are usually fried in a light batter or stuffed and fried or baked.
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Suitable Methods and timing for cooking Courgettes

How long should you cook courgettes?

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Bake/Roast

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Whole, Chunks�� =� 30 - 45 minutes

Boil

y Chunks, slices� or Cubes� =� 6-10� minutes

Fry/Saut�

y Chunks, batons, slices =� 6-10 minutes best lightly floured or battered

Microwave

y Chunks, thick slices� or Cubes� =� 3 - 4 minutes

Steam

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Chunks, slices� or Cubes =� 15 - 20 minutes

Stuff

y Halves �=� 30 - 45 minutes
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