Sicilian Caponata
Ingredients
1 egg plant, unpeeled cut into 1/2 inch cubes | ||
1 yellow onion, chopped | ||
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped | ||
1 ripe tomatoes, chopped | ||
2 ribs celery, chopped | ||
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms | ||
1/3 cup pimento stuffed olives, halved | ||
4 cloves garlic, minced | ||
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil | ||
1/3 cup red wine vinegar | ||
Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste | ||
3 tbs sugar | ||
1 tsp oregano | ||
1 tsp dried basil | ||
1 tbs capers |
Classic recipe in Sicilian culture, this recipe sings the flavor songs of Sicily. It contains, egg plant, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, pimento and other spices.
Directions:
- In a large sauce pan combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Cook over low heat, uncovered for about an hour, stirring occasionally until mixture is soft and all liquid has cooked away.
- Cool then refrigerate.
- Serve as a salad or relish.
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