CAPONATA

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This stuff takes a lot of prep time, but it is fantastic. It is great for a larger crowd. It can also be prepared 4 to 5 days in advance.

Provided by Leanne

Categories     Low Protein

Time 11h30m

Yield 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 medium eggplants
1 large red pepper, cut into 1 inch squares
1 large yellow pepper, cut into 1 inch squares
2 medium zucchini, peeled and julienned
2 medium white onions, quartered and thinly sliced
1/4 cup capers
1/2 cup pitted green olives
1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes, purred
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
salt and pepper
fresh parsley (to garnish)
flat bread or thinly sliced Italian bread

Steps:

  • Peel eggplant and cut into 1 inch cubes.
  • Put in a strainer and sprinkle with salt.
  • Place a heavy bowl on top to drain out the moisture.
  • Drain for 30 minutes.
  • Rinse thoroughly and dry on paper towels.
  • In a large 11x15 roasting pan, combine eggplant, peppers, zucchini, onions, capers, olives, tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic and oil.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together.
  • Combine vinegar and sugar in a saucepan and heat until sugar dissolves.
  • Pour over the vegetables.
  • Mix together.
  • Bake in the oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours turning vegetables every half hour.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve at room temperature with breads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 67.5, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 0.7

Robin Friel
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This caponata is a delicious and easy way to add more vegetables to your diet.


Rewan Muhamed
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I love the combination of flavors in this caponata. The sweetness of the raisins and the tanginess of the vinegar are a perfect match.


Anoma Samsrakone
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This caponata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's a flavorful and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or even a main course.


Md. Rifat islam Raiyan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the caponata turned out great! It's a delicious and easy dish to make.


Ruby Victor
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This caponata is delicious! I love the sweet and tangy flavors. It's the perfect side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Henok Takele
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I made this caponata for a potluck and it was a big success! Everyone loved it. The flavors are wonderful and the dish is so versatile. I served it on crostini, as a pasta topping, and even as a pizza topping. It was delicious every way.


Garezy Prince
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Wow! This caponata is amazing! The flavors are incredible and the texture is perfect. I love the combination of sweet and tangy, and the pine nuts and raisins add a nice crunch. I served it as a side dish with grilled chicken and it was a huge hit. I


Keyon
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This caponata is so easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can use pantry staples to create such a flavorful dish. I also appreciate that the recipe is flexible, so I can adjust the ingredients to my liking. I like to add a little extra garlic


Earthly RANDOMs
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this caponata has changed my mind. The eggplant is cooked perfectly, tender but not mushy, and the sauce is bursting with flavor. I love the combination of sweet and savory, and the capers and olives add a nice


Hubert Empire
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This caponata recipe is a winner! The flavors are incredibly balanced and harmonious, with a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory. I especially love the addition of pine nuts and raisins, which add a delightful texture and extra layer of flavor.


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