Source: nephrodiet francapasticci.it

Presentation

First course based on semolina pasta, sardines, onion, garlic, capers, eggplant, extra virgin olive oil, chilli pepper and parsley

Ingredients
Serves 4

• 300 g fresh sardines, cleaned (about 10.5 oz / 0.66 lb)
• 1 onion
• Garlic, as needed
• 20 g pickled capers (about 0.7 oz / 2 tablespoons)
• 200 g eggplant (about 7 oz / 1 small eggplant)
• 50 g extra-virgin olive oil (about 3½ tablespoons / 1.7 fl oz)
• Hot chili pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, as needed
• 320 g semolina pasta (about 11 oz / 0.7 lb)

Method

for 4 people

Fresh sardines to be cleaned 300 g

onion n 1

garlic

pickled capers 20 g

eggplant 200 g

extra virgin olive oil 50 g

hot pepper

chopped parsley
320 g semolina pasta

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

Capers: ability to counteract the symptoms of allergies

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Aubergine: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of grass allergy

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Chili pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Sardines: fish included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Semolina: contains gluten

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Garlic: has immune-stimulating properties, promotes liver function and the elimination of waste metabolites. It also has hypocholesterolemic, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive and hypoglycemic properties that promote cardiac function.

Capers: source of antioxidants capable of supporting the immune system, of rutin that strengthens capillaries and inhibits the formation of platelet aggregates, promoting the functionality of the cardiovascular system.

Onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; carrier of quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also suitable for nephropathic patients.

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Aubergine: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Chili pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol indexes and hinders its formation on the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D and E and is very effective in activating the venous and capillary circulation.

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Sardines: suppliers of zinc and selenium, elements that promote the proper functioning of the immune system by hindering the formation of prostaglandins that prevent proper cellular functioning and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for liver function due to the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids

Pasta: if produced with wholemeal flour, which provides zinc, an element favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients:

Protein-free pasta: containing protein in quantities not exceeding 1%, suitable for nephropathic patients

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Constipation
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis only in the case of pasta and vegetables that are very cooked and tender

In case of Dysphagia (problems with chewing and swallowing) administer only if cut into small, soft pieces.

Not recommended in case of diarrhea