Sautéed Zucchini With Garlic, Chili and Basil

Submitted by English_Rose

"Crisp zucchini slices get a chili-garlic kick and a scattering of pungent basil in this fast and flavoursome recipe."

 

• Ready In: 8mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 3 large zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
• 12 leaves basil, finely sliced
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated

directions

1. Cut the zucchini into slices at a slight angle.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan and fry the zucchini slices for about 2 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and chili and fry a further minute.
4. Sprinkle in the basil, season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
5. Transfer the zucchini to a warmed serving dish and scatter over the grated Parmesan. Serve immediately.