EGGPLANT CAPONATA

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THIS IS A DELICIOUS APPETIZER JUST PILE ON A CRACKER OR ON A TOASTED, THINLY SLICE OF FRENCH BREAD MMMMMMMM ENJOY :)

Provided by Lora DiGs

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 Tbsp olive oil
2 small eggplant or 1 medium
1 medium onion, diced
4 clove large garlic, chopped
4 large plum tomatoes, diced (can use lg. can diced tomatoes)
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar (can use red wine vinegar)
1/2 Tbsp capers, drained n rinsed
1/3 c fresh basil, chopped
8 kalamata olives, chopped
salt n pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. HEAT 3 TABLESPOONS OF OLIVE OIL IN A LARGE SAUCEPAN OVER MED HEAT. SAUTE EGGPLANT UNTIL TENDER ABOUT 10 MINUTES.(ADD MORE OLIVE OIL IF NECCESSARY) REMOVE FROM PAN AND PUT ASIDE.
  • 2. ADD 2 TABLESPOONS OF OLIVE OIL TO THE PAN ALONG WITH ONION, GARLIC AND TOMATOES. COOK UNTIL TOMATOES HAVE BROKEN DOWN ABOUT 10 MINUTES THEN POUR IN VINEGAR N CAPERS N COVER PAN. COOK UNTIL TOMATOES R VERY TENDER SEASON W/ S&P
  • 3. DURING LAST 5 MINUTES OF COOKN ADD EGGPLANT N OLIVES N HEAT THRU THEN TURN OFF HEAT N STIR IN BASIL. TASTE GETS MORE INTENSE AFTER FLAVAS HAVE TIME TO MELD...BETTER NEXT DAY...SERVE WARM OR AT ROOM TEMP :)

Ishaq Pathan
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This is a great recipe for a summer potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Naveed Joyia
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I love the combination of flavors in this caponata. It's sweet, savory, and tangy all at the same time. I will definitely be making this again.


D 7
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The caponata is so flavorful and delicious, and it's a great way to impress your guests.


Fatimo Ige
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this caponata. The flavors are well-balanced, and the eggplant is cooked to perfection.


Yadira Cambron
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I also added some chopped zucchini and bell pepper, and it turned out great.


Syed Zeeshan Naqvi
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I'm a big fan of caponata, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The eggplant is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy.


Fauzia Rahman
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I made this caponata for a picnic and it was a big success. It's a great make-ahead dish that travels well, and it's even better the next day.


Muhammad Nura
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors, and it was a great way to showcase the fresh summer vegetables.


Eniola Bukola
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I've never been a huge fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The caponata is so flavorful and satisfying, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Monique Hamilton
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Wow, this eggplant caponata is divine! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the eggplant is cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


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