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Sicilian Caponata
On the inviting southern Italian island of Sicily, a traditional sweet-sour appetizer salad called "caponata" is made with a combination of flavorful vegetables and piquant seasonings. It is a good dish for entertaining, as the salad can be made in quantity and kept in a tightly closed container in the refrigerator for several days. It is best to use a garden-fresh eggplant and good olive oil.

What You Need:
  • 1 large eggplant, about 1½ pounds, washed
  • Salt
  • About ¾ cup olive oil
  • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 large stalks celery, cleaned and chopped
  • 3 medium-sized fresh tomatoes or drained canned Italian plum tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 3 to 4 anchovy fillets, drained and minced
  • 3 tablespoons drained capers
  • 1/3 cup minced black olives
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • ¼ cup wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • How To Cook:
    1. Cut unpeeled eggplant into small cubes, about 1 inch each. Put in a colander and sprinkle with salt.

    2. Allow to drain 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper toweling and set aside. Heat 1/3 cup oil in a large skillet.

    3. Add onion and celery, and saute until tender.

    4. Push aside and add eggplant cubes, several at a time, and cook over brisk heat, stirring often, until tender and golden.

    5. Add more oil as needed. Add remaining ingredients, except parsley, and cook slowly, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.

    6. Remove from heat and mix in parsley. Refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving.

    7. Serve with chunks of crusty Italian or French bread.

    To Serve: 10 - 12
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    Cuisine » Europe » Italy
    Main Ingredient » Vegetables » Eggplants
    Main Ingredient » Vegetables » Tomatoes
    Main Ingredient » Vegetables » Onion
    Dish » Appetizers

     





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