France · Vegetable and Mushroom Dishes
Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a wonderful dish that combines the bright flavors of fresh vegetables and the aromas of spices.
Ingredients
- zucchini1
- eggplant1
- sweet red pepper1
- yellow pepper1
- red onion1
- tomatoes2
- garlic3 cloves
- olive oil2 tbsp
- tomato paste2 tbsp
- honey1 tbsp
- dried thyme1 tsp
- rosemaryto taste
- salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste
- fresh parsleyfor garnish
Method
- 1Cut the zucchini, eggplant, peppers and onion into medium-sized rounds. Peel the skin off the tomatoes and cut into medium-sized slices.
- 2Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- 3Add the sliced zucchini, eggplant and peppers to the skillet. Salt and pepper to taste, stir and cook for 5 minutes.
- 4Add the chopped tomatoes, then add the tomato paste, honey, dried thyme and rosemary. Stir all ingredients, cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes until vegetables are soft and cooked through.
- 5Before serving, salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.