Extremaduran pisto is a culinary delight you cannot miss! This traditional recipe is a combination of fresh, aromatic vegetables that create a colorful and flavorful dish.
Perfect for any occasion, pisto extremeño is a tasty and comforting meal that will make you feel at home.
🧾 Ingredients for Extremaduran Pisto
To prepare this traditional dish from Extremadura, you will need:
- Eggplants, zucchini, red peppers, and ripe tomatoes – Always choose fresh, seasonal vegetables.
- Onions and garlic cloves – 2 onions and 4 garlic cloves are ideal. You can add more garlic if you like it stronger.
- Extra virgin olive oil – 100 ml for sautéing. High-quality olive oil improves the flavor.
- Salt – to taste, but use moderately to enhance natural flavors.
Step-by-step preparation
Let’s cook authentic Extremaduran pisto!
1. Selection and cleaning
Choose fresh vegetables. Wash and dry them well. Remove seeds from peppers and squash if needed.
2. Cutting and sautéing
Cut vegetables into small, even pieces. Sauté them in olive oil over medium heat. Start with onion and garlic until golden, then add peppers and zucchini. Stir occasionally.
3. Adding ingredients
Add grated tomatoes and sweet paprika. Mix well and cook over low heat for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Cooking tips
Cook slowly so the vegetables release their juices and the flavor becomes richer. For extra taste, you can add a poached egg or crispy bacon before serving.
🍽️ Recipe Summary
Extremaduran Pisto
Preparation time: 45 minutes
A traditional dish from Extremadura full of flavor and color, perfect for sharing with family.
🧾 Ingredients
- 500 g eggplant
- 500 g zucchini
- 500 g red peppers
- 500 g ripe tomatoes
- 2 onions
- 4 garlic cloves
- 100 ml extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Wash and cut all vegetables into even cubes.
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Add eggplant and zucchini and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add red peppers and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Add tomatoes, season with salt, and cook for 15–20 minutes until thick and tend
final serving
Notes
- You can serve it with a poached egg or serrano ham.
- It pairs well with roasted meats, fried eggs, or bread.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.