Spicy zucchini

recipe

• Step 1
  Preheat the oven to 200°C. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and using a knife, score the flesh in a crisscross pattern.
• Step 2
  In a bowl, mix together the maple syrup, soy sauce, chili pepper and lime zest.
• Step 3
  Place the zucchini skin side down on a baking sheet and pour the sauce over each one, allowing it to penetrate into the score marks. Bake at 200°C for 20 minutes.
• Step 4
  While the zucchini are in the oven, chop the shallot and cilantro.
• Step 5
  To serve, sprinkle the zucchini with the chopped shallot and cilantro. (Optional: add some extra lime zest for a flavor boost) Let's eat!