Vegetable and Basil Fricassee. Even better delicious, a tasty and healthy rustic recipe (it is made only of vegetables).
Its preparation is very simple, making it undoubtedly a quick side dish to prepare, perhaps for large dinners with friends: it will surely be appreciated by all, being a vegetarian recipe.
Furthermore, the composition of the ingredients makes it a satisfying and economical dish.
This recipe reminds me of my childhood, a recovery recipe. When mom opened the fridge and maybe found a red pepper, a yellow one, two zucchinis, an eggplant alone, they wouldn’t make much, but together with three potatoes and an onion, she managed to prepare a side dish to fill the stomachs of us five children, obviously with a protein on the side, which could be meat, fish, or cheeses.
It was a festival of colors and flavors, so good.
The fricassee is a dish that can be enjoyed either hot or cold.
It’s a side dish you can use to dress pasta or prepare excellent crostini.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4/6
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Autumn
- Energy 106.73 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 14.35 (g) of which sugars 2.25 (g)
- Proteins 2.62 (g)
- Fat 4.97 (g) of which saturated 0.72 (g)of which unsaturated 0.13 (g)
- Fibers 2.79 (g)
- Sodium 393.34 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 150 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for the Fricassee
- 2 eggplants (small)
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow)
- 1 onion
- 14 oz potatoes
- 3 zucchinis (medium)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch basil
- salt
- pepper
- extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Frying Pan
- Lid
Steps for Vegetable and Basil Fricassee
Wash the vegetables.
Peel the potatoes, wash them, and cut into wedges. Peel the garlic and the onion.
Cut all the vegetables into irregular pieces.
If you prefer a very rustic effect, leave the vegetables in large chunks.
Sauté the thinly sliced onion and garlic cloves, then add the sliced potatoes.
Cook the potatoes for 3-4 minutes, stirring.
Then add the other vegetables.
Mix, add salt, and a sprinkle of pepper.
Mix often, put the lid on, and then stir again.
Lower the heat, cover with the lid, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or to your taste.
Add the basil almost at the end. (You can add marjoram and oregano to taste).
Your vegetable fricassee is ready. You can enjoy it immediately, but it’s even better if left to rest for a few hours.
Enjoy your meal.
Tips
The vegetables I included are not indicative; you can add or remove them according to your taste or what you have available in the fridge or garden.
Once cooled, store in the fridge for 2-3 days.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I skip the garlic
Yes
Can I add ripe cherry tomatoes
Yes
Can I use other vegetables
add or remove according to your taste or what you have available in your fridge or garden.
Can I freeze it
Yes. You can freeze it.
