Caponata All Guidia (La Cucina Italiana) Recipe

Name: Caponata All Guidia (La Cucina Italiana) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 med Eggplants, peeled and cubed Salt; 1 c. Extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil; 2 x Onions, sliced; 2 stalk celery, sliced; 5 x Tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced, (Substitute Pomi brand if fresh tomatoes are less-than-best-quality); 1/2 c. Minced pitted black olives, (Mediterranean type); 1/4 c. Capers; 1 Tbsp. Red wine vinegar; 1 Tbsp. Sugar Pepper; 2 Tbsp. Chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1
Place the eggplants in a colander and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp.
2
salt.
3
Let sit for 1 hour to let them drain their bitter juices.
4
Heat the extra virgin olive oil till it is very warm.
5
Gently squeeze the eggplant dry and blot with paper towels; fry till golden brown all over, turning often.
6
Remove with a slotted spoon and place in a serving bowl.
7
Add in the onion and celery to the extra virgin olive oil, and cook till crsip-tender about 5 min.
8
Stir in the tomatoes, olives, capers, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
9
Cook over medium heat for 5 min.
10
Pour over the eggplants in the bowl.
11
Add in the basil and stir gently.
12
Serve at room temperature.

603

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 med Eggplants, peeled and cubed Salt, 1 c. Extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil, 2 x Onions, sliced, 2 stalk celery, sliced, and more.

Yes, Caponata All Guidia (La Cucina Italiana) Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!