Caramelised Capsicum Crostini (Diabetic) Recipe

Ingredients

• olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 tsp grated garlic (lehsun)
• 45659 medium red capsicum strips, cut into short thin strips
• 45659 medium yellow capsicum strips, cut into short thin strips
• 45659 medium capsicum strips, cut into short thin strips
• 1/2 tsp dried mixed herbs
• salt (namak) and to taste
• 8 slices of whole wheat bread, cut into 8 pieces
• 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 4 stuffed olives

Steps

1. 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.
2. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, add the sugar and allow to caramalise.
3. When golden brown, add the onions, garlic and capsicum and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
4. Add the mixed herbs, salt and pepper, mix well and sauté on a high flame for another minute, while stirring continuously.
5. Remove from the flame, divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and keep aside.
6. Serve the topping on cream crackers as a variation.
7. Place a slice of bread on a flat dry surface, spread a portion of the topping evenly on the bread and top with 1 tbsp cheese and a few slices of olives.
8. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 7 more crostinis.
9. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 200°c (400°f) for 5 minutes or till the cheese melts.