Traditional French Ratatouille Nicoise Recipe
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5.0
21 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
190 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, French
Traditional French Ratatouille Nicoise Recipe
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Traditional French Ratatouille dish is a delightful marriage of tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of garlic.
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Ingredients
- 3-4 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium eggplant (cut in 2 cm cubes)
- 1 medium zucchini (cut in 2 cm cubes)
- 1 red bell pepper (cut in 2 cm dices)
- 1 orange or yellow bell pepper (cut in 2 cm dices)
- 1 green bell pepper (cut in 2 cm dices)
- 1 large red onion (cut in 2 cm dices)
- 3-4 prigs thyme
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
- 3 medium tomatoes (cut in 2 cm dices)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 3 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley (to garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large wok or pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the eggplants to the pan and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. until soft and starting to brown. Remove on a plate and set aside.
- Using the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the zucchini for 5 to 6 minutes until soft. Transfer on a plate along with the aubergines and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan and sauté the peppers for 5 to 6 minutes until slightly cooked. Transfer on a plate along with the aubergines and courgettes, and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and sauté the onions, garlic, and thyme together for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the tomato paste then add the chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar, and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
- Add the eggplants, zucchini, and peppers into the pan, give it a good stir, and gently simmer for 20 minutes or until it has a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Check the seasoning, add more salt if necessary and add chopped parsley or basil before serving.
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Notes
- Opt for ripe, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and texture in your Ratatouille dish. Look for vibrant colors and firm textures when selecting ingredients.
- When sautéing the vegetables, consider cooking them in batches. Overcrowding the pan can lead to uneven cooking and steaming instead of proper caramelization.
- Once all the ingredients are combined, let the Ratatouille simmer gently over low heat. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop and meld together beautifully.
- Some eggplants can have a bitter taste. To avoid that, peel and cut your aubergines into the desired size and then leave them in salty water for half an hour, drain the water, and then dry thoroughly before cooking.
- Opt for ripe, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and texture in your Ratatouille dish. Look for vibrant colors and firm textures when selecting ingredients.
- When sautéing the vegetables, consider cooking them in batches. Overcrowding the pan can lead to uneven cooking and steaming instead of proper caramelization.
- Once all the ingredients are combined, let the Ratatouille simmer gently over low heat. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop and meld together beautifully.
- Let the Ratatouille rest for an hour before serving to allow the flavors to settle and deepen beautifully. Don't worry about heating it up before serving, ratatouille is also great when served warm.
- You can store the leftovers for up to 5 days refrigerated or for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
190kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Sodium
629mg
(26%)
Potassium
878mg
(25%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
2963IU
(59%)
Vitamin C
128mg
(142%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 629mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 878mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 2963IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 128mg | 142% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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