caponata mahi mahi

Portland, OR
Updated on Jun 28, 2019

This dish is what Caponata was like in Sicily. It is considered one of Sicily's most famous dishes. Per review I changed the vinegar to red wine vinegar and reduced the sugar to 1 tsp. 7/4/2019 LL

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 3-4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound mahi mahi filets
  • 1 slice onion
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, whole
  • salt
  • water
  • 1/2 - onion, chopped finely
  • 2 tablespoons celery, chopped finely
  • 10 green olives, pitted
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons capers
  • 10 ounces tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin

How To Make caponata mahi mahi

  • Step 1
    Fill a pan with water and add bay leaves, peppercorns, onions, and salt. Add the mahi mahi.
  • Step 2
    Heat the pan over medium heat until the water starts to boil. Lower the heat and cook until the fish flakes easily.
  • Step 3
    Drain off the water and let the fish cool.
  • Step 4
    Put the chopped onion and celery in a shallow pan and add a glass of water. Cook until the water dries up.
  • Step 5
    Add 3 T olive oil to pan and saute for 2 minutes. Next add the tomato paste, capers, and olives to pan plus 1/4 Cup of water.
  • Step 6
    Simmer the ingredients in pan for 5 minutes.
  • Step 7
    Mix vinegar and sugar and add to the sauce. Turn up mixture and cook on medium high for 3-4 minutes.
  • Step 8
    Turn off the heat and let the ingredients cool.
  • Step 9
    Serve filets with sauce over it.

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Category: Fish
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Fish
Method: Stove Top

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