Classic Sicilian Caponata
Caponata is a traditional Italian vegetable stew that is rich in flavor and perfect as a side dish or appetizer. This dish is packed with eggplants, celery, tomatoes, and capers, all cooked together with a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It’s a classic recipe that brings together the best of Sicilian cuisine.
Ingredients
- 2 Eggplants
- 2 Stems of celery, diced
- 1 onion
- 1 can peeled tomatoes, drained
- 1⁄4 Cup of capers, drained
- 1⁄4 Cup of green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1⁄4 Cup of white wine vinegar
- 2 tbls of honey
- 2 cloves of garlic
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped parsley garnish
- Olive oil for cooking
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Directions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced eggplants and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until they start to soften and brown.
Add the celery and onion to the skillet and sauté for another 3-5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, capers, and green olives and continue to sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the canned tomatoes, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper and stir until well combined.
Cover the skillet and let the caponata simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Once the caponata is done, remove heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Transfer the caponata to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley.