Ratatouille with Herbed Kodri ( Exotic Diabetic Recipe )

by Tarla Dalal

Ratatouille with Herbed Kodri ( Exotic Diabetic Recipe )

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Ratatouille is a famous vegetable delicacy from Italy, made using zucchini, brinjal and tomatoes. It is usually served with rice or pasta. For a change, I have served it with diabetic-friendly kodri flavoured with mixed herbs. Use fresh herbs as they are flavourful and aromatic and ensure the true taste of kodri.

Rice has a high glycaemic index and can raise the blood sugar levels quickly, which is why I have replaced it with fibre-rich kodri. If you do not find kodri easily, use dalia or buckwheat that are equally good. Rich in nutrients like calcium, iron and folic acid, this dish is a completely healthy meal indeed!

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Ratatouille with Herbed Kodri ( Exotic Diabetic Recipe ) recipe - How to make Ratatouille with Herbed Kodri ( Exotic Diabetic Recipe )

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Soaking Time: 5 to 7 minutes Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 40 mins Total Time: 621 hours 2 minutes 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

For The Ratatouille
2 tsp olive oil or any other oil
2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1/4 cup finely chopped capsicum
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup chopped brinjals (baingan / eggplant)
1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
salt to taste
1 tbsp tomato puree
1 tbsp low fat cream
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp dry red chilli flakes (paprika)

For The Herbed Kodri
1 cup kodri (varagu)
1 1/2 tsp oil
salt to taste
2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
2 tbsp finely chopped celery (ajmoda)
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves

Method

For the ratatouille

Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the garlic, onions and capsicum and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
Add the zucchini and brinjal, mix well and sauté for another 2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, salt and ½ cup water, mix well and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or till the vegetables are cooked.
Add the tomato purée and cream, mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the oregano and red chilli flakes and mix well. Keep aside.

For the herbed kodri

Clean, wash and soak the kodri for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
Boil a vesselful of water, add the kodri and ½ tsp of oil and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or till the kodri is cooked.
Drain, refresh using cold water and keep aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tsp oil in a non-stick pan, add the kodri and salt and mix gently.
Add the parsley, celery and basil, mix gently and cook over a slow flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Keep aside.

How to proceed

Place the kodri on a serving plate, top with the ratatouille and serve hot.

Disclaimer:

It is highly recommended that this recipe be relished by diabetics only occasionally and in small quantities. This is just a mere ‘treat’ and does not qualify for a regular diabetic menu.