Eggplant Caponata

Eggplant Caponata is a traditional Sicilian dish that is often served as an appetizer or side dish. It is known for its sweet and sour flavor profile, which comes from the combination of tomatoes, vinegar, and sugar.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Eggplant Caponata

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Eggplant
• 150 gram Onion
• 2 stalk Celery
• 400 gram Tomatoes
• 100 gram Green olives
• 50 gram Capers
• 2 teaspoon Red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoon Sugar
• 30 gram Pine nuts
• 20 gram Basil leaves
• 3 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cut the eggplant into small cubes and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
2. Rinse the eggplant cubes and pat them dry.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the eggplant cubes and cook until they are golden brown and tender.
5. Remove the eggplant from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add the onion and celery. Cook until they are soft and translucent.
7. Add the tomatoes, olives, capers, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
8. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Add the cooked eggplant back to the skillet and stir to combine.
10. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
11. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
12. Serve the Eggplant Caponata with a sprinkle of pine nuts and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

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.