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Caponata

Sicilian eggplant dish with olives and capers.

60 min total (prep 20 · cook 35)· Serves 4· Intermediate·New
Caponata
Caponata is a traditional Sicilian dish, featuring sautéed eggplants together with a medley of local ingredients, often served as an appetizer.

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Method

  1. 1
    Cube eggplants and soak in salted water for 15 minutes.
  2. 2
    Sauté celery, tomatoes, olives, and capers in olive oil.
  3. 3
    Add drained eggplant and continue cooking.
  4. 4
    Stir vinegar and pine nuts; simmer until cooked.
  5. 5
    Cool before serving or refrigerate overnight.
Chef's tips
  • Balance sweet and sour flavors
  • Serve with crusty bread

The story

Caponata is a traditional Sicilian dish, featuring sautéed eggplants together with a medley of local ingredients, often served as an appetizer.

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