Caponata alla Siciliana, a classic Sicilian dish, is a delicious and tangy eggplant-based stir-fry. This sweet and sour vegetable medley is a delightful appetizer or side dish, showcasing the flavors of Sicily.
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, diced. 1/2 cup olive oil. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 celery stalk, diced. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and sliced. 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced. 1/4 cup capers, drained. 1/4 cup red wine vinegar. 2 tablespoons sugar. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves, for garnish.
Instructions: Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced eggplant and saut until golden brown. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil and saut the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced celery until softened. Add the diced red bell pepper and saut for another few minutes until it begins to soften. Stir in the green olives, black olives, and capers. Cook for a couple of minutes. Pour in the red wine vinegar and sugar, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes until the vinegar reduces slightly. Add the diced tomatoes with their juice and return the sauted eggplant to the skillet. Stir everything together. Season the caponata with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken. Once done, remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your Sicilian Caponata!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
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