ITALIAN VEGETABLE STEW (CIAMBOTTA)
Steps:
- 1. FOR THE PESTATA: Process all ingredients in food processor until finely ground, about 1 minute, scraping sides as necessary. Set aside. 2. FOR THE STEW: Toss eggplant with 1½ teaspoons salt in bowl. Line surface of large plate with double layer of coffee filters and lightly spray with vegetable oil spray. Spread eggplant in even layer over coffee filters. Microwave eggplant, uncovered, until dry to touch and slightly shriveled, 8 to 12 minutes, tossing once halfway through to ensure that eggplant cooks evenly. 3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in Dutch oven over high heat until shimmering. Add eggplant, onion, and potatoes; cook, stirring frequently, until eggplant browns and surface of potatoes becomes translucent, about 2 minutes. Push vegetables to sides of pot; add 1 tablespoon oil and tomato paste to clearing. Cook paste, stirring frequently, until brown fond develops on bottom of pot, about 2 minutes. Add 2 cups water and chopped tomatoes and juice, scraping up any browned bits, and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and gently simmer until eggplant is completely broken down and potatoes are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in 12-inch skillet over high heat until smoking. Add zucchini, bell peppers, and ½ teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are browned and tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Push vegetables to sides of skillet; add pestata and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir pestata into vegetables and transfer vegetables to bowl. Add remaining ¼ cup water to skillet off heat, scraping up browned bits. 5. Remove pot from heat and stir reserved vegetables and water from skillet into vegetables in Dutch oven. Cover pot and let stand for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Stir in basil and season with salt to taste; serve.
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Kiyimba Abudrahuman
[email protected]This ciambotta was a great way to use up some of the fresh vegetables from my garden. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
small jr
[email protected]This ciambotta was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added more spices.
mikey J
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The ciambotta was very flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Shahida Chowdhury
[email protected]This ciambotta was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the zucchini and eggplant. I will definitely be making this again.
Alabi Victor
[email protected]I made this ciambotta for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
Art Inspiration
[email protected]This ciambotta was delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.
shakir mayo
[email protected]This ciambotta was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less olive oil.
Anam Aqeel
[email protected]I made this ciambotta for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the fresh vegetables and the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Exelussive remix ba
[email protected]This ciambotta was a great way to use up some of the fresh vegetables from my garden. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Alex Mwiti
[email protected]This ciambotta was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added more spices.
Precious Onos
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The ciambotta was very flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Basu Adhikari
[email protected]This ciambotta was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the zucchini and eggplant. I will definitely be making this again.
John Timothy
[email protected]I made this ciambotta for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
Puspa Neupane
[email protected]This ciambotta was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the fresh vegetables and the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Rajeev Diyal
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The vegetables were bland and the sauce was watery. I think I'll stick to my usual vegetable stew recipe.
Audrey Detudamo
[email protected]This is the best ciambotta I've ever had! The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.
hridoy hossin
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of vegetable stews, but this one was really good! The vegetables were all fresh and flavorful, and the sauce was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
GachaLifeisBadUwU
[email protected]This ciambotta was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of the fresh herbs, which really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this aga