caponata, grandma w

3 Pinches
Middletown, OH
Updated on Jun 5, 2018

Makes about 2 2/3 cups of a great relish, or an easy appetizer with some crusty bread!

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield makes about 2 2/3 cups, or 12-15 appetizers

Ingredients

  • 1 small eggplant, cubed adn peeled
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • dash pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 1 tablespoon basil

How To Make caponata, grandma w

  • Step 1
    In hot skillet cook eggplant and onions in hot oil 5-6 min. Stir in peppers, celery, tomatoes, wine vinegar, tomato paste, sugar, salt and pepper. Cook uncovered, over low heat 5-10 min. Add water if needed. Should be consistency of relish. When done, add olives, parsley and basil. capers can also be added if desired. Cover and chill. Can also be used as an appetizer when put into a bowl and surrounded with crusty bread.

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Culture: Italian
Category: Other Sauces
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Stove Top

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