Battered Fried Eggs with Ratatouille in Madrid

by Anne Shirley

108 Kcal

Protein 4.05g
Carbohydrates 20.8g
Fat 2.76g

Average cooking

40 min

Madrid is the capital of Spain and the home of the Spanish Royal family. Situated at the geographical heart of the Iberian peninsula, at an elevation of 2120 feet above sea level, Madrid is one of the highest capitals in Europe. This unique positioning gives Madrid its Mediterranean climate and gives it the position of the second-highest number of aligned trees in the world. Madrid houses the headquarters of the UN’s World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). This city is not only the capital of Spain but also highlights the Spanish variety of history, art, food, fashion, and nightlife. Madrid has one of Europe's finest collections of Latin American, Italian, and Spanish art spread throughout its galleries and museums. It is best known as the art capital of Europe due to the “Golden Triangle of Art” which comprises the three major museums in the city center – The Prado Museum, The Reina Sofia Museum, and the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum.

Where to try

Huerta Carabaña

#86 of 2062 BBQs in Madrid , Spain

Address: Corte ingles de castellanaC. de Raimundo Fernández, Villaverde, 79, Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

A Spanish ratatouille recipe that you have not heard of before. Enjoy this dish at Huerta De Carabana or try cooking it at home.

Battered Fried Eggs with Ratatouille

Ratatouille ingredients

Ratatouille is a traditional peasant dish from France, popularized by the Pixar animated film “Ratatouille”. Many people are unaware that there is a Spanish ratatouille as well called “Pisto Manchego”. It is a classic vegetable dish served with fried eggs and made with simple ingredients, but is packed with flavours. One of the most iconic places to try this dish in Madrid is Huerta De Carabana. The owner and chef, Roberto Cabrera, believes that food is to be sourced organically and the uniqueness of this establishment is food grown on their farm. So, try your hand at this simple yet elegant dish in the comfort of your home with our recipe.

Cooking directions

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 60 ml
1 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 zucchini, small bite-size cut
6 tomatoes, finely chopped or blended
1 bay leaf
sea salt
black pepper
granulated sugar
1 egg

Step 1. In a deep saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium heat and add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 10 minutes, till the onion and garlic are fully coated in oil, and mix every 2-3 minutes till the onions are translucent.

Step 2. Next, add the chopped bell pepper and cook the mixture for another 10 minutes, till the bell peppers are tender. Then add the cut zucchini to the mixture and cook for about 5 minutes more till every vegetable is soft.

Step 3. Finally, add the chopped or blended tomatoes to the mixture and season generously with sea salt, black pepper, and a dash of granulated sugar. Mix and add the bay leaf.

Step 4. Cook the mixture for 10-15 minutes and mix it every 2-3 minutes. Once the tomato sauce has thickened, remove the mixture from the heat and transfer it to a serving dish.

Step 5. Take a large frying pan and heat enough oil for deep frying. Add one cracked egg to the hot oil, once it reaches a temperature of 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook for about 2-3 minutes. Remove the egg and serve.

Tip: Garnish with basil leaves and serve the dish with the fried egg and ratatouille.

Madrid has many incredible tourist attractions and some of the most magnificent architectural masterpieces in Europe. Within its boundaries, we can find some of the most historic and cultural treasures, such as the Royal Palace, and the Royal Theatre, along with many art galleries and museums that are unlike any other city. It is also a great place to visit and enjoy during festivals such as Christmas, Madrid Pride, and Nochevieja (New Year’s Eve). Madrid’s unique atmosphere and liveliness in the city make it one of the most popular getaways on the continent.

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