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Exotic Ratatouille Provençal

Servings: 2

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium aubergine (eggplant)
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 1 large green bell pepper
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 whole garlic cloves
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • handful fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cut the aubergine, zucchini, and bell peppers into medium-sized chunks. Slice the tomatoes and finely chop the onion and garlic.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until they become soft and translucent.
  3. Add the aubergine, zucchini, and bell peppers to the pan, sautéing for another 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Add the tomatoes, thyme sprigs, a generous pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Cover the pan with a lid and lower the heat. Allow the ratatouille to simmer for about 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  6. Taste for seasoning, adjusting if necessary. Remove the thyme sprigs then add the fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces, just before serving.
  7. Serve the Exotic Ratatouille Provençal hot, with a crusty baguette or rice for a satisfying midnight meal.