CAPONATA

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Provided by Anne Burrell

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 large eggplant, peeled, alternating with 1-inch strips of skin left on, cut into 1-inch dice
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 fennel bulb, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 ribs celery, cut into 1/2-inch dice
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup capers
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/2 bunch mint, cut into chiffonade

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the eggplant generously with olive oil and salt, to taste. Spread out on a baking sheet and roast until the eggplant is soft and mushy, about 15 to 20 minutes. Reserve.
  • Coat a wide deep pot with olive oil. Toss in the onion and crushed red pepper and season with salt, to taste. Cook over medium-high heat until the onions are soft and aromatic, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the fennel, celery and garlic and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the peppers and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes. Add the zucchini, season with salt, to taste, and cook until the zucchini and all the veggies are soft and aromatic and starting to come together as a stew, about 5 to 6 minutes. Toss in the eggplant, 1/2 cup of water and the tomato paste. Cook until the water has evaporated. Dissolve the sugar in the vinegar in a small bowl and add it to the mixture. Stir in the raisins, capers, pine nuts and mint. Cook for another 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Let cool and transfer the caponata to a serving bowl. Serve immediately or even better tomorrow or the next day.

Mislav Paden
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This caponata is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so complex and delicious, and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves eggplant.


Grant Sevy
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I've made this caponata several times now, and I always get rave reviews. It's a great dish to serve at a party or potluck because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Noniy Hughes
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This caponata is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing, and it's the perfect dish to serve at a special occasion dinner.


Nthabiseng Lerungoana
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this caponata. The flavors are very well-balanced, and the eggplant is cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Kalli Khan
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This caponata is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory flavors, and they always ask for seconds.


Gogo Praise
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I made this caponata for a picnic last weekend, and it was a big hit! It's the perfect dish to take to a potluck or party because it's easy to make and it travels well.


Palesa Monaledi
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This is the best caponata recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are so complex and delicious, and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves eggplant.


raleigh Price
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I love this caponata! It's so versatile, and I can use it in so many different ways. I like to serve it as a side dish, but it's also great on sandwiches and wraps. I've even used it as a pizza topping.


Marcus Feagan
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This caponata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some zucchini and bell peppers that were about to go bad, so I threw them in with the eggplant and it turned out great! The flavors are all very complementary.


Blade Crafts,Dance,Games
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I'm so glad I did! The eggplant is cooked perfectly, and the overall flavor of the dish is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Sly Eichie
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This caponata is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the texture is perfect. I especially love the addition of capers, which add a nice briny flavor.


JODYI EBRAHEM
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I made this caponata for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Sahrif Bandani
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This was my first time making caponata, and I was really impressed with how easy it was. The recipe is very straightforward, and the dish came out perfectly. I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Joey Haas
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I've made this caponata several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish to serve at a party or potluck because it can be made ahead of time and it's always delicious.


Akhona Mbotya
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This caponata recipe is a keeper! The flavors are complex and delicious, and the dish is easy to make. I especially love the addition of pine nuts and raisins, which add a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


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