Authentic Ratatouille Recipe

Name: Authentic Ratatouille
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants, peeled and cubed into 1-inch cubes; 6 -8 zucchini, coined; 3 bell peppers, roughly chopped (red are classic, but use what you have on hand); 5 garlic cloves, whole; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 yellow onions; 1 bay leaf; 3 -4 sprigs thyme (fresh thyme is the key to making this Ratatouille taste right); 1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes or 4 large tomatoes, that are nice and ripe; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1
I n a large pot saute the onions in olive oil until brown, then add peppers and allow to soften. Stir in whole garlic cloves, tomatoes and bay leaf and turn heat down to a simmer and leave for 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, in a separate pan, sautee eggplant and zucchini (they tend to get mushy if you throw them in with everything else but that can be good too and is easier than dirtying a second pan) until browned and softened.
3
Add the zucchini and eggplant to the simmering pot along with the sprigs of thyme and some salt and pepper (to taste) and allow to simmer at least another 20 minutes. Simmer longer if you want the flavors to really get good, or just reheat it the next day and you'll have the same effect.
4
Finish out the bay leaf and the whole garlic cloves and serve piping hot with crusty fresh baked bread or basmati rice. Add the minced garlic to the top of each serving.

493

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large eggplants, peeled and cubed into 1-inch cubes, 6 -8 zucchini, coined, 3 bell peppers, roughly chopped (red are classic, but use what you have on hand), 5 garlic cloves, whole, and more.

Yes, Authentic Ratatouille falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Authentic Ratatouille

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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