Caponata Authentic and Delicious

Caponata is a traditional Sicilian dish that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally created as a way to preserve vegetables during the summer months and is now enjoyed as a popular appetizer in Italian cuisine.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Caponata Authentic and Delicious

Cooking Method: Frying, Simmering Cuisine: Italian, Sicilian Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 gram Eggplant
• 300 gram Tomatoes
• 150 gram Onion
• 100 gram Celery
• 50 gram Olives
• 30 gram Capers
• 2 teaspoon Red Wine Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 3 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 10 gram Basil Leaves

Instructions

1. Cut the eggplant into cubes and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
2. Rinse the eggplant cubes to remove excess salt and pat dry.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the eggplant cubes and fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add more olive oil if needed and sauté the onion and celery until softened.
5. Add the tomatoes, olives, capers, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
6. Simmer the mixture for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add the fried eggplant cubes back into the pan and cook for another 10 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.