MARINATED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Sprinkle zucchini with salt and set in the sun on a large flat wicker tray or screen for an hour, if possible, or leave in a colander Rinse and pat dry the zucchini. Heat 3/4 inch of oil in a skillet and fry the zucchini over medium-high heat until browned. Drain on paper towels. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the cooking oil. Make a layer of zucchini in a serving dish. Grind black pepper over it and sprinkle with mint leaves. repeat, using all the zucchini and mint leaves except for garnish. In a small saucepan, boil the garlic, sugar and vinegar for 1 minute. Add the reserved oil and pour the mixture over the zucchini. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in a cool place , unrefrigerated, for 2 or 3 days. Serve at room temperature, garnished with mint.